State Police in Delaware were investigating a serious hit and run crash Thursday night that hurt two pedestrians in New Castle.
Gia and Lisa Smith of New Castle, were attempting to cross the westbound lanes of Christiana Road around 10:30 p.m. when they were by a silver vehicle. The car did not stop and continued westbound on Christiana Road.
The crash occurred just west of Edinburgh Drive in New Castle.
Gia Smith was treated at the scene and then taken to Christiana Hospital Trauma Center by EMS. She was admitted in serious condition. Lisa Smith was also taken to Christiana Hospital. She was admitted and treated for nonlife threatening injuries.
The vehicle in question has been described as possibly a silver Nissan Altima, which police say would have heavy front end damage.
The westbound lanes of Christiana Road were closed for more than two hours Thursday night for police investigation. A
Delaware State Police asked anyone with information about the crash to contact Trooper Patrick McAndrew at Troop 2, Glasgow, at 302-834-2620. Citizens can also call the Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-TIP-3333, or send an anonymous tip by texting to 274637 (CRIMES) using the keyword "DSP."
