Hit and run suspect fled after hitting 15 year old juvenile

On February 12, 2022, at about 8:47 p.m., officers with the Eureka Police Department responded to the intersection of Henderson Street and A street for a report of a hit and run traffic collision involving a juvenile pedestrian on a skateboard. 

Humboldt Bay Fire and City Ambulance responded and provided emergency medical care and transportation of the juvenile to the hospital.  The 15-year-old juvenile pedestrian suffered moderate facial and head injuries and at the time of this report is in stable condition.  The suspect vehicle is described as a grey 4-door sedan with a rear taillight similar to a Mercedes style light.