Police investigating a hit-and-run that seriously injured a pedestrian in Quincy, Massachusetts, Tuesday have released new video that shows the dramatic crash, as they continue to search for the driver.
The video shows the crash on Southern Artery about 6 p.m. The SUV crashes into the pedestrian, who is in the crosswalk as crossing lights flash, sending him flying.
The SUV then drives off — police said it traveled north toward South Street, and it's believed to have damage on the passenger's side hood, windshield and bumper.
The victim, who wasn't identified, is in a local hospital with serious injuries, according to police, who asked anyone who recognizes the SUV or with information about the crash to call them at 617-479-1212.
Witnesses told officers they saw a dark-colored, mid-size SUV drive away and head northbound toward South Street, police said.
"[It's so unfortunate," said Raymond McLean, who was driving behind the SUV that hit the pedestrian, who he described as an elderly man. "He was bleeding [and] in such a bad shape."
McLean had a hard time sleeping Tuesday night because the scene of the hit-and-run has been constantly playing back in his head.
"[I'm] a little distraught, you know, just that someone would leave somebody in agony like that," he said.
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He thought the vehicle was driving erratically, then heard a loud bump when the crash happened, McLean said. "And next thing you know, the guy flew over the car and I had stopped and made sure he was alright."
Video shared by police Wednesday showed the victim go flying back toward the sidewalk.
"I myself am scared to walk, even on the sidewalk," said Carol Crisafulli, who lives in a senior home near the crosswalk.
Crisafulli said the crosswalk, along with traffic signs warning about the presence of seniors and a reduced speed limit, were installed after several accidents.
"They fly, I mean they really go fast," she said. "And I've been here for about seven years now and I see it all the time."
Quincy City Councilor Richard Ash said the lights were installed after "a half-dozen pedestrian accidents on this corridor" in five years.
