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Fort Smith police ask public's help in identifying hit-and-run suspect

Police say witnesses have described the driver as a white female with blonde hair who was driving a dark gray or brown GMC Acadia.

FORT SMITH, Ark. — The Fort Smith Police Department (FSPD) released photos of a car they believe was driven by a suspect responsible for a hit-and-run on Sept. 11. 

The crash, which happened at the intersection of Belle and Grand Avenue on Sept. 11 at around 7:23 p.m., left motorcyclist Dillon Elkins with serious injuries

Although police first said the suspect was driving an "undisclosed" car when the crash happened, they now believe the suspect was driving a dark gray or brown GMC Acadia. 

After striking the motorcyclist, police say the GMC fled the scene northbound on Belle from Grand. According to FSPD, a witness submitted photos of the vehicle to help with the investigation. 

Police say witnesses have described the driver as a white female with blonde hair. The GMC is expected to have damage to the front passenger side, specifically from hitting the motorcycle's saddlebag. 

FSPD is currently seeking any information that leads to identifying the suspect and locating the vehicle involved. 

If you have information about the incident, police ask you to contact the police department at (479) 709-5000. Police say any tips submitted through the CrimeStoppers hotline at 78-CRIME could be eligible for a reward up to $1,000. 

Credit: Fort Smith Police Department
Fort Smith police believe the driver of this dark gray or brown GMC Acadia struck a motorcyclist and fled the scene on Sept. 11.

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