NORTHWEST MIAMI-DADE, FLA. (WSVN) - Police are searching for a hit-and-run driver after a pedestrian was struck and injured in Northwest Miami-Dade.

Detectives said 29-year-old Freddy Sanchez was walking on the 1000 block of Northwest 79th Street when he was struck by a car at approximately 8 p.m., Wednesday.

The vehicle fled the scene and left Sanchez with critical injuries.

Investigators believe the car is a 2009 to 2014 silver Nissan Maxima with a missing bumper. The car is also believed to have damage to the windshield.

If you have any information on this hit-and-run, call Miami-Dade Crime Stoppers at 305-471-TIPS. Remember, you can always remain anonymous, and you may be eligible for a $1,000 reward.

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