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Batavia Today
By the People, for the People
Hit-and-run SUV driver sought after striking pedestrian in Batavia
Police say the victim did suffer injuries.
Apr. 11, 2026 at 1:04am
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A damaged piece of evidence from the hit-and-run incident exposes the urgent need for the driver to come forward and cooperate with authorities.Batavia TodayPolice in Batavia, Illinois are searching for a driver who struck a pedestrian in a marked crosswalk and fled the scene early Friday morning. The unidentified SUV was traveling northbound on Route 25 and turning westbound onto E. Wilson Street when the collision occurred around 5:30 a.m. The vehicle was last seen in the area of Route 31.
Why it matters
Hit-and-run incidents are a serious problem, often leaving victims injured and without recourse. This case highlights the need for drivers to remain at the scene and cooperate with authorities when involved in a collision.
The details
According to police, the unidentified SUV struck a pedestrian in a marked crosswalk and drove off without stopping. The vehicle was traveling northbound on Route 25 and turning westbound onto E. Wilson Street when the collision occurred. Authorities have released images of the suspect vehicle, which was last seen in the area of Route 31.
- The incident occurred just after 5:30 a.m. on Friday, April 11, 2026.
The players
Batavia Police Department
The local law enforcement agency investigating the hit-and-run incident.
What’s next
Police are asking anyone with information about the incident or the suspect vehicle to call them at (630) 454-2500.
The takeaway
This hit-and-run case highlights the importance of drivers remaining at the scene of a collision and cooperating with authorities. Pedestrian safety is a critical issue, and incidents like this undermine public trust and put vulnerable road users at risk.
