UPDATE: Sulphur man charged with felony hit and run

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<strong>UPDATE:</strong>

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<hr /><p class="p1"> Lake Charles –  On November 19 at approximately 8:00 p.m. a hit and run occurred on Koonce Rd. near St. Theresa Lane in north Sulphur.  A 15 year old girl was struck while riding her bicycle and left in the ditch with a head injury. 

<p class="p4">The suspect vehicle is believed to be a 2007 or 2008 dark blue Chevy Tahoe.  The suspect vehicle is missing the passenger side mirror and may have minor scratches and scrapes along the front right fender area.  It is also believed to reside in the area or was visiting someone who resides in the area. 

<p class="p4">The 15 year old girl is recovering from her injuries.

<p class="p4">Anyone with information about this incident please contact Sgt. Bryan Guth and reference CPSO case #18-143915.

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