Minneapolis police investigating pedestrian-involved hit-and-run, 2 seriously hurt

Minneapolis police investigating apparent pedestrian-involved crashMinneapolis police had the area taped off, and there was also a damaged bike and a shoe lying in the roadway.

Two men are hospitalized with serious injuries after an overnight hit-and-run in Minneapolis.

At around 12:15 a.m., Minneapolis police say a blue SUV driving the wrong way in the westbound lanes of Lake Street hit a cyclist traveling in the bike lane, then hit a pedestrian crossing near Fifth Avenue South.

The SUV never stopped and drove off, according to police.

Both the cyclist and pedestrian suffered injuries that are considered potentially life-threatening and were taken to a hospital, where they remain.

Investigators are still searching for the SUV and its driver.

Anyone with information that could help police in their investigation is asked to call 612-673-5845 or email policetips@minneapolismn.gov. Tipsters can also remain anonymous and submit information through www.CrimeStoppersMN.org or by calling 1-800-222-8477.
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