Driver accused of hitting woman, 4 parked cars in Point Breeze

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Monday, April 12, 2021
Man accused of hitting woman, 4 parked cars in Point Breeze
A 22-year-old man is facing DUI and reckless endangerment charges after allegedly hitting a 31-year-old woman and four parked cars while behind the wheel in Philadelphia's Point Breeze section on Saturday night.

PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) -- A 22-year-old man is facing DUI and reckless endangerment charges after hitting a 31-year-old woman and four parked cars while behind the wheel in Philadelphia's Point Breeze section on Saturday night, according to police.

Police say the man was driving along the 1800 block of Ellsworth Street when he hit two parked cars, then continued to the 1700 block where the woman was hit along with two more parked cars.

Investigators say the man fled the scene but returned a short time later.

The woman was hospitalized and is listed in critical condition after suffering a head injury.

A passenger in the suspect's car was questioned by police and released.

The suspect has not been identified at this time.