Saginaw, MI (July 17, 2026) – A pedestrian was injured in a hit-and-run crash on Thursday morning, July 16, in the parking lot of an auto parts store in Saginaw.
The incident was reported at approximately 8:25 a.m. at the Advance Auto Parts parking lot, located at 2119 Bay Street. Initial emergency information indicated that a vehicle struck a pedestrian before leaving the scene.
The hit-and-run remains under investigation as authorities work to identify the vehicle involved and determine the circumstances surrounding the crash.
We hope the injured pedestrian receives prompt medical care and makes a full recovery.
Why Parking Lot Pedestrian Crashes Can Be Difficult to Investigate
Parking lot collisions involving pedestrians usually occur in areas where vehicles are entering, exiting, backing up, or searching for parking spaces. Because traffic moves in multiple directions, investigators must carefully determine how the collision happened.
When a driver leaves the scene, investigators may rely on surveillance footage from nearby businesses, witness statements, vehicle debris, and physical evidence left behind to identify the vehicle involved. Even minor details can help locate a suspect vehicle.
Authorities also examine the layout of the parking lot, visibility, vehicle paths, and the location of the pedestrian at the time of the crash. Gathering this evidence helps investigators reconstruct the incident and support the ongoing hit-and-run investigation.
