Delaware State Police searching for the driver involved in a hit and run in Seaford

SEAFORD, Del., —  Delaware State Police are looking for the driver who hit a man in Seaford, then fled the scene.

Officials say just after 9:50 p.m., a pedestrian was walking along the edge of the road on Middleford Road, west of Old Furnace Road in Seaford. For unknown reasons, the pedestrian, a 47-year-old man from Seaford, entered the road, where he was then struck by a passing vehicle. The vehicle then exited the roadway and struck a guide wire and a wooden fence, causing property damage.

The victim was transported to a local hospital and is listed in serious condition.

The vehicle involved is described as a light blue, Ford Ranger pickup truck.  The operator of the truck fled the scene and was last seen traveling westbound on Middleford Road.  The truck should have front end damage.

Delaware Troopers have been unable to locate the vehicle involved, and are asking anyone that has information on the crash to please call the Delaware State Police Troop 5, Trooper Hunter Raymond at 302-337-1090 or Delaware crime stoppers at 1-800-TIP-3333. Callers can remain anonymous.