Teen critical following hit and run in Fox Chase

An 18-year-old man is in the hospital after police say he was injured in a hit and run late Thursday night in Fox Chase.

Just before 9:30 p.m. Thursday, police say the victim jumped on the back of a car at the intersection of Veree Road and Rhawn Street.

The car did not stop, and ended up crashing into a tree and a pole before continuing down the road.

The victim suffered severe head trauma and was unconscious when medics arrived on scene. He was listed in critical condition.

Police are continuing to search for the vehicle and its driver.