Chevy Camaro Hits Elderly Man In Chicago And Runs

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Hit-and-run accidents are a horrible thing to do to someone, especially a pedestrian. But a Camaro driver in Chicago did one to a senior citizen back on September 11 and police are asking for the public’s help. Fortunately, surveillance footage of the vehicle gives some details which will hopefully lead to the driver facing consequences.

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That 85-year-old male victim was seriously injured as he crossed a street in the Back of the Yards neighborhood at the 4600 block of South Ashland Avenue around 6:40 am, reports ABC 7 Chicago. Like in most pedestrian accidents, police believe the Camaro sustained hood and windshield damage in the crash, so the owner is likely either hiding the muscle car or is trying to get it repaired.

From the surveillance image police shared, which is rather clear, we can tell it’s a blue 2022 Chevy Camaro with a black convertible top. The license plate is captured, Illinois DK80762, although we wonder if it isn’t legitimate, and there’s a sticker on the right corner of the rear bumper. That’s an important clue.

We know accidents happen, but even if you’re in the wrong, you should always stop to help someone you hit, especially a pedestrian. And even more-so if it’s an elderly person. But we know there are people who lack a conscience, meaning they will just speed off and try to convince themselves they did nothing wrong.

Hopefully the driver steps forward and turns himself in. Even though he didn’t do the right thing initially, he still has a chance to correct course. If not, then we hope someone recognizes the Camaro and turns him in. Justice needs to be served.

Also, we hope the elderly man hit by this driver makes a full recovery. At 85 a lot of things can go wrong, even in a minor accident.

Image via ABC 7 Chicago

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