COON RAPIDS, Minn. - The Anoka County Sheriff's Office and Coon Rapids Police are investigating a hit and run that sent a man to the hospital.
The Anoka County Sheriff's Office says police responded to a call in the 11400 block of Xavis Street NW in Coon Rapids at 5:17 a.m. Saturday. A 26-year-old man reported that he was in extreme pain and told officers he was hit by a vehicle. The vehicle and the driver fled the scene.
The man was transported to Hennepin County Medical Center with multiple serious injuries but none are life-threatening.
Investigators say the victim was struck on Xavis Street and was dragged by the vehicle for approximately 50 feet. The Sheriff's Office impounded a vehicle that is believed to be involved in the crash.
No one is currently in custody and no criminal charges have been filed. Alcohol is believed to be a factor.
The crash is currently under investigation.
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