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Guelph police seek driver involved in hit-and-run collision with pedestrian

Police said a homeowner received a phone call on Thursday from someone claiming to be his granddaughter. She reportedly needed $18,000 in order to be released from custody. Matt Carty / Global Guelph

An investigation is underway into a hit-and-run in Guelph.

Guelph Police Service were called to the intersection of Clair Road and Gosling Gardens on Thursday around 8 a.m.

They say a 65-year-old man from Guelph was crossing Clair Road when he was struck and knocked down by a left-turning vehicle.

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Investigators say the vehicle stopped briefly but then fled the scene.

Read more: Guelph police investigate possible hit and run involving vehicle, bicycle

They say the victim suffered minor injuries but did not need medical attention.

Investigators say they are looking for a dark-coloured sedan, possibly a Hyundai.

Anyone with information or dash cam footage can contact the Guelph Police Service at 519-824-1212 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.\

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