Cops release photo of SUV in Medford hit-run
Suffolk police are seeking the public’s help to identify and locate the hit-and-run driver who struck a 14-year-old girl Jan. 16, 2012, on Horseblock Road in Medford. Police said the vehicle is a dark-colored Toyota FJ Cruiser and released this photograph of a similar vehicle. Credit: SCPD
Suffolk County police, still searching for the hit-and-run driver who struck a 14-year-old girl in Medford last month, released information on the suspect's sport utility vehicle on Wednesday.
Police said the vehicle is a dark-colored Toyota FJ Cruiser, likely made between 2007 and 2012, that had front-end damage to its passenger side because of the accident.
Police also released a photograph of a vehicle similar to the one being sought.
The incident occurred about 9:10 p.m. Jan 16, as the girl was walking on Horseblock Road, near Ohio Avenue.
The girl had a broken leg, and the driver fled the scene, eastbound on Horseblock Road, police said.
Police are asking for anyone with information regarding the accident to call Crime Stoppers at 800-220-8477. All calls will remain confidential.
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