Search for hit-and-run driver after man is seriously injured, Columbia police say

A search is underway for a driver after hit-and-run crash Thursday morning, the Columbia Police Department said.

At about 7 a.m., a male pedestrian was found at the intersection of Rosewood Drive and South Gregg Street, police said in a news release. That’s about a mile from the South Carolina State Fairgrounds.

Both a garbage truck worker and a police officer heading into work found the pedestrian and called 911, police told The State.

In the morning, police said the pedestrian was in serious condition. Later Thursday, police said the victim was in critical condition, but further information on his condition was not available.

No other injuries were reported.

Officers with the department’s Traffic Safety Unit are investigating the crash, and believe it was a hit-and-run based on evidence recovered at the scene, police said.

At about 1:30 p.m., police said members of the department found a Toyota Corolla on South Beltline Boulevard that they believe was involved in the collision. That’s about 3 miles from the crash scene.

Crime scene technicians are processing the car for evidence, as police continue to investigate the crash.

No arrests have been reported by police.

Anyone with information about the crash, or anyone involved, is asked to call CrimeStoppers at 888-CRIME-SC or submit an online tip.

In the case of an emergency, always call 911.

This is a developing story, check back for updates.