Lincoln City Police Seek Hit and Run Driver

The suspect vehicle may appear similar to this blue Ford Explorer Photo couretesy: autouplinkusa.com

(LINCOLN CITY) - Lincoln City Police say they are looking for the driver of a blue Ford Explorer SUV driven by an adult female that was involved in a hit and run collision with a motorcyele Saturday at about 4:15 PM.

Investigators say the driver of the Explorer crashed into the back of a motorcycle that was ridden by Bryan Farmer of Lincoln County and his passenger, Hazel Farmer.

The crash happened in Highway 101 near Logan Road. The driver is reported to have stopped and told the crash victims that she was going to park her vehicle, but instead, she apparently left the scene driving westbound on NW 40th Street.

Hazel Farmer was transported to North Lincoln Hospital with injuries.

The suspect vehicle may have damage to the front right corner according to police. Anyone with information about the blue Ford Explorer or the adult female driver are asked to contact Lincoln City Police at 541 994-3636.