DRIVER FLEES ON FOOT AFTER ACCIDENT ON DEMERS AVE AND WASHINGTON ST. IN GRAND FORKS

Officers from the Grand Forks Police Department responded to a report of a vehicle collision at Demers Ave and Washington St.

An SUV was traveling Northbound on South Washington and was struck by a vehicle traveling South and turning to go East on Demers. Witnesses confirmed the vehicle turning East ran the red light.

The vehicle’s driver turning East fled the scene on foot and was not located. The registered owner of this vehicle remained on the scene and was charged with no liability insurance.

No reported injuries. The Grand Forks Fire Department and Altru ambulance arrived and assisted on the scene.

The Grand Forks Police Department asked that vehicles slow down and drive appropriately for the icy conditions.

Grand Forks Police Department