Man Charged Following Hit-and-Run Motorcycle Crash in Indianapolis
INDIANAPOLIS—A man faces charges after a motorcycle accident that seriously injured a rider on October 14 at approximately 7:00 p.m. on East Washington Street.
According to the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department, a motorcycle and a vehicle collided, resulting in the motorcyclist suffering critical injuries. Emergency responders transported the victim to an area hospital for treatment.
Authorities reported that the driver of the other vehicle fled the scene but was located shortly after the incident. The suspected driver, identified as a 29-year-old man, is charged with multiple offenses, including drunk driving and leaving the scene of an accident.
Witnesses reported the motorcycle was traveling east when the collision occurred. Officials have not disclosed the specific number of vehicles involved other than the motorcycle and the vehicle that fled.
The investigation is ongoing, with law enforcement gathering evidence and interviewing witnesses. Lane closures were in effect on East Washington Street during the emergency response and preliminary investigation.
No further details regarding the charges or court dates have been released at this time.