OHIO — Police are investigating a hit-and-run crash that seriously injured a motorcyclist early Sunday morning on Interstate 670 in Columbus.
According to authorities, the crash occurred just after 2:30 a.m. on westbound I-670 near the Neil Avenue exit.
Investigators said a white sedan was traveling westbound when it collided with a dark-colored vehicle traveling in the same direction. The impact caused the white sedan to veer into the path of a motorcycle.
The motorcyclist was thrown from the bike and suffered serious injuries. The rider was transported to a hospital and is reported to be in stable condition.
Police said the dark-colored vehicle fled the scene without stopping to check on those involved or contacting emergency services. The incident is being investigated as a hit-and-run crash.
The crash closed multiple lanes of I-670, including the Neil Avenue exit ramp, for several hours overnight while crews cleared the scene and investigators gathered evidence.
Anyone with information about the suspect vehicle or the driver involved is asked to contact the Columbus Division of Police Accident Investigation Unit at 614-645-4767. Anonymous tips may also be submitted to Central Ohio Crime Stoppers at 614-461-8477.
The investigation remains ongoing.
