A man is in critical condition following a hit-and-run accident in suburban Indian Creek early Saturday morning, according to the Lake County Sheriff's Office.
At approximately 2:10 a.m. Saturday, deputies responded to reports of an incident in the 200 block of Route 45 in Indian Creek and found an unconscious 22-year-old man, officials said.
The man was taken to Advocate Condell Medical Center in Libertyville with critical injuries, according to officials.
Authorities said a preliminary investigation showed the man was walking on or near the roadway when he was struck by a passing white Audi SUV traveling southeast. The driver did not stop after hitting the man, officials said.
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The sheriff's office asked that anyone who sees a white Audi SUV with new damage to the vehicle call (847) 549-5200.
The crash remains under investigation.
