Driver Flees After Striking Juvenile on 8 Mile Road [Royal Oak Township]

A juvenile pedestrian was struck by a vehicle and hospitalized after a hit-and-run crash on westbound 8 Mile Road in Royal Oak Township late Sunday night, July 19, 2026. The driver fled the scene without stopping. Michigan State Police are asking the public for help identifying the vehicle and driver. The story was reported by ClickOnDetroit Local 4 News today, July 20, 2026.

According to Michigan State Police, the crash occurred around 11:17 p.m. on westbound 8 Mile Road east of Wyoming Avenue. A vehicle struck the juvenile pedestrian and then continued westbound on 8 Mile Road without stopping. The minor was transported to a local hospital for treatment. No additional information about the victim’s age or condition had been released as of the time of publication. Police said they do not yet have a description of the vehicle involved or information about the driver.

Michigan State Police posted to social media Monday morning asking for the public’s assistance: “We are still in the early stages of this investigation. Even the smallest detail could help move this investigation forward.” Anyone with information is asked to contact the Michigan State Police Metro North Post immediately.

8 Mile Road is a heavily traveled corridor connecting Royal Oak Township with neighboring communities, including Ferndale and Detroit. The roadway carries steady vehicle traffic throughout the day and into the evening, making pedestrian crashes particularly dangerous.

What Those Involved May Want To Know.

When a juvenile is struck by a hit-and-run driver, the family faces both an urgent public safety situation — helping police identify the driver — and important legal questions about how to protect the child’s rights.

Michigan’s no-fault insurance system may provide a pathway to PIP benefits for a pedestrian struck by a vehicle even when the driver has not yet been identified. Under MCL 500.3172, injured persons may be entitled to claim benefits through Michigan’s Assigned Claims Plan when the at-fault vehicle is unidentified. These benefits can cover medical expenses and wage loss for eligible claimants while the investigation continues.

If and when the driver is identified, the child’s family may have grounds to evaluate a liability claim against the at-fault driver for pain and suffering, injury-related losses, and other damages that PIP benefits do not cover. Michigan law also extends certain statute of limitations protections for minor victims, giving families additional time to evaluate legal options. An auto accident attorney can help the family identify what coverage may apply now — even before the driver is found — and preserve legal rights as the investigation develops.

If your child was injured in a hit-and-run crash in Oakland County or anywhere in the Metro Detroit area, our team may be able to help. To speak with a Michigan personal injury attorney, contact us today.

Source: ClickOnDetroit