Man critically injured in Kensington hit-and-run crash; police search for driver

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PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) -- Philadelphia police are trying to track down the vehicle and person involved in a hit-and-run crash.

Investigators said a red Toyota Matrix was traveling west on the 400 block of East Indiana Avenue in Kensington when it struck a person.

The crash happened at 5:53 p.m. Saturday.

Police said the Toyota then backed up and drove away from the scene, heading north on Arbor Street.

A 69-year-old man suffered multiple injuries, and is now listed in critical condition.

Anyone with information about the crash or vehicle involved is asked to call police.

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