Pedestrian Hit on Route 9 in Galloway; Police Searching for Vehicle that Left Scene

On February 7, 2015 at approximately 5:26 p.m. Brandon Diaz, 31 of Galloway Twp., was struck by a vehicle while walking north on the shoulder of Rt. 9 by Ocean Avenue.  

The vehicle left the scene.  Diaz was taken to Atlanticare Regional Medical Center City Division for torso and head injuries by the Galloway Township Ambulance Squad and Atlantic Care Medics.

Police are looking for a 2008 to 2010 Ford Fusion or Mercury Milan, Platinum (pearl) white in color with a missing passenger side view mirror.
The vehicle may also have additional damage along the passenger side.  It was last seen heading north on Rt. 9 from the scene of the accident.  

Anyone with information on this vehicle can contact the Galloway Twp Police Dept. at 609-652-3705.  The accident is being investigated by Ptl. Carolyn Buckley.