NEW HAVEN, Conn. — New Haven police say a 59-year-old city resident was struck and injured by a car Thursday night.
Police and fire crews were called to the area of Grand Avenue between Poplar Street and Ferry Street just before 10 p.m. When they got to the scene, they found the victim lying in the road with severe injuries.
The man was rushed to Yale-New Haven hospital where he remains in critical condition. Police said they believe the man was walking in the eastbound lane of Grand Avenue when a driver struck him. The driver did not stay at the scene.
Police have not identified the man and detectives are asking anyone with information or security camera video of the area to contact the New Haven Police Department at 203-946-6304. Callers may remain anonymous.