KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — Police are investigating a hit-and-run that left a pedestrian seriously injured in West Knoxville Monday night.
The Knoxville Police Department said the incident was reported on North Peters Road near North Cedar Bluff Road around 9:45 p.m.
Based on witness statements and evidence at the scene, the male victim was crossing North Peters Road when he was struck by a vehicle that was described as a silver sedan.
The vehicle allegedly stopped momentarily before leaving the scene, police said.
The victim was transported to the hospital with serious injuries that are not expected to be life-threatening.
The vehicle involved has been identified and the incident is under investigation.
If you have any information about the incident call 865-215-7370.
