Derby Police report hit and run victim succumbs to injuries

*** Hit and Run Victim Update ***

The Derby Police are saddened to report the Division Street hit and run victim from 12/15/22 succumbed to his injuries over the Holiday weekend at Bridgeport Hospital. He was identified as 61 year-old John Jepson.

Police are still investigating the accident and formal charges are expected against the driver of the vehicle who fled the scene.

This is shared from the Derby PD Facebook page.

Derby Police identify suspect, 19, in pedestrian hit and run

*** HIT and RUN UPDATE ***

DERBY - Police have identified a 19 year-old suspect and seized a white Infiniti connected to the pedestrian hit and run on Division Street.

The vehicle has damage consistent with a pedestrian strike and physical evidence located at the scene. Search and arrest warrants are expected.

Unfortunately there is no update on the victim’s condition as he still remains critical.

More information will be provided once formal charges are filed.

This is shared from the Derby Police Department Facebook page.

Derby Police ask for public's help in locating vehicle involved in hit and run

*** PUBLIC HELP NEEDED ***

DERBY - At approximately 9:21 p.m. last night (THUR DEC 15) a pedestrian was struck by a motor vehicle on Division Street near the railroad crossing, police said in a Facebook post Friday.

The vehicle subsequently evaded the accident. Ambulance transported the victim to the hospital where he remains in critical condition.

The vehicle was likely traveling North on DivisIon Street (coming from Pershing Drive).

If there is anyone with ANY information or who may have been in that area at 9:21 p.m. we ask that you PLEASE call the Derby Police Department at (203) 735-7811.

Calls may remain confidential.

Thank you for your help.

This is shared from the Derby Police Department Facebook page.