COLUMBIA, PA — Just after 6 p.m. on January 3, 2024, a car allegedly slammed into the RRTA bus shelter at Third and Linden Streets in Columbia, Pennsylvania, before swiftly fleeing the scene. The Columbia Borough Police Department is now seeking information to help track down the driver involved in this hit-and-run.
According to police reports, the impact caused significant damage to the bus shelter. Thankfully, the shelter was unoccupied at the time of the incident, averting potential injuries. Witnesses at the scene, along with debris left behind, have provided investigators with some clues about the suspect vehicle.
The vehicle believed to be involved in the incident is described as a red Ford Mustang from the 1994-1998 model years. The car is expected to bear visible signs of the collision, with damage particularly concentrated on the front end, specifically the driver’s side front corner. It was last seen heading south on North Third Street.
The Columbia Borough Police Department is urging anyone with information regarding the crash or the suspect vehicle to come forward. Individuals can reach out to the police at 717-684-7735 or leave a tip online here.
It’s important to remember that all crimes reported are allegations. Any information, criminal complaints, or arrests that arise from this investigation are not declarations of guilt. Every suspect, arrestee, or defendant is presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
As the investigation continues, the information provided is subject to change as new details emerge.
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