Police search for truck involved in hit-and-run at Independence bar
The Independence Police Department is asking for the public’s help in finding a truck that is suspected of being involved in a hit-and-run at a bar Wednesday.
An aggravated assault happened around 2:30 a.m., at Rhinestone Cowgirl, 11703 East 23rd Street South, according to a news release.
A dark colored diesel Chevrolet Silverado with Iowa license plates allegedly struck a person outside the bar. The victim was in critical condition Wednesday.
The incident allegedly happened after an argument escalated, police said.
Police said in the news release that they believe the suspect is a white man with no facial hair. He has a tall, slim build and is around 35-40 years old.
The man might go by the name “JP.”
According to police, the Chevrolet truck may have damage on the front end.
Anyone with information about the truck’s whereabouts is asked to contact detectives at 816-325-6912 or email wthompson@indepmo.org.
