Police in Lowell, Massachusetts, are asking for the public's help in locating a driver accused of hitting a teenager at UMass Lowell early Monday morning and fleeing the scene.
The incident happened around 2 a.m. on Aiken Street, in front of one of the school's dormitories.
"There was a screech, there was a bang, and then screaming," said Emily Jenkins, who ran to the window with her roommates when they heard the crash.
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"It's a little frightening to think that could be one of us," said another student, Kathleen Bobek.
Responding officers found an unconscious 19-year-old woman on the pavement. Police initially said the victim was a UMass Lowell student, but later said she does not attend the school.
Witnesses said they were crossing the street when a speeding gray or silver sedan struck the victim, knocking her into the air.
She was taken to a local hospital and released later Monday.
Police say the suspect's vehicle should have visible damage to the front.
Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 978-937-3200.
