Pedestrian hit in Colorado Springs, police search for suspect vehicle

A person is suffering serious, life-threatening injuries after being hit by a car Saturday night at the intersection of North Academy Blvd. and North Carefree Circle.

The victim was taken to the hospital and it was reported that the suspect vehicle left the scene.

Further investigation revealed that the victim was attempting to cross North Academy Blvd. when they were struck by a vehicle going southbound. Police report that the vehicle was traveling at a high rate of speed and continued southbound after the crash.

Evidence along with eyewitness accounts indicates that the suspect vehicle is a red or orange 2004-2011 Ford Focus. The vehicle should have a broken right front headlight, damage to the passenger side and a damaged passenger-side mirror.

Anyone with information regarding the identity of the driver, location of the car or witnessed the incident is asked to call CSPD at (719)-444-7000. If you wish to remain anonymous you can call (719)-634-7867 or 1-800-222-8477.