Bicyclist struck by hit-and-run driver, investigators now need your help

DODGE CO. (WITI) -- The Dodge County Sheriff's Office is asking for the public's help in locating the driver involved in a hit-and-run accident Tuesday, August 26th in rural Watertown.

According to officials, at approximately 9 p.m., the Dodge County Sheriff's Office responded to a hit-and-run crash near W8089 County Highway Q.

Authorities say a 35-year-old rural Watertown man was legally riding his bicycle when he was struck by a westbound vehicle. The striking vehicle did not stop.

The bicyclist suffered significant, but non-life threatening injuries and was treated at an area hospital.

The striking vehicle should have damage to a passenger side window, and may or may not have other passenger side damage.  At least one other vehicle was in the area at the time of the crash and may have witnessed the incident.

The Dodge County Sheriff’s Office is asking that anyone with information regarding this case contact our office at 920-386-3726 or Captain Trace Frost  or 920-386-3738.  Persons providing information may remain anonymous.