OAK PARK, Mich. (WXYZ) — A disabled veteran was killed after being struck by a vehicle in Oak Park early Saturday morning, police say.
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Police responded to the report of a man down in the road at West Nine Mile near Harding Street just after 5 a.m. on Nov. 22.
After lifesaving measures were attempted, the 71-year-old victim was pronounced dead at the scene, police say.
Investigators told us that the veteran, who was in a wheelchair, was struck by the driver of a dark colored sedan, likely a Kia or Hyundai, heading east. The driver left the scene, and police are looking for them.
Police say that after watching nearby surveillance footage, the incident happened around 1:30 a.m., but police weren't notified of it until 5:20 a.m.
Anyone with information about this incident is asked to call the Oak Park Police Department at (248) 691-7447.
