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Man in wheelchair critical after hit and run

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A man is fighting for his life after being struck by a car in a hit and run on Saturday night in South Memphis.

Police responded to a crash around 11:00 p.m. near East Mallory Avenue and South Lauderdale Street. Police said an unknown driver in a white pickup truck with a hard top and a truck bed was travelling down East Mallory Avenue when the truck hit a man in a wheelchair.


The man was taken to the hospital for treatment in critical condition.

MPD said the vehicle fled the scene and may have a great deal of front-end damage.

If you’ve seen this truck or know something about this incident, you are urged to contact CrimeStoppers at 9001-528-CASH.