Vernon police are looking for the driver accused of fleeing a serious injury crash late Sunday night.
Police said the accident happened at approximately 11:15 p.m. on Route 83 near Juliano's Pools.
Officials said a car traveling northbound on Route 83 was hit from behind by another vehicle. As a result, the car struck a utility pole and the driver suffered serious, but non-life threatening injuries, police said.
The man is currently being treated at a nearby hospital, according to officials.
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Police said the vehicle that caused the accident left the scene. Officials are asking for the public's help identifying the vehicle, which is believed to be a white Chevy Cruze with front right side damage.
The accident remains under investigation. Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 860-872-9126.
