North St. Louis hit-and-run leaves pedestrian critically injured on Goodfellow Boulevard; police seek witnesses

Crash reported Friday night in the city’s north side

A pedestrian was left in critical condition after being struck by a vehicle that fled the scene in north St. Louis, police said. The crash was reported shortly before 8 p.m. Friday, March 6, 2026, along Goodfellow Boulevard between Wells Avenue and Ridge Avenue.

Investigators said the man was walking in the southbound lanes when a vehicle hit him and did not remain at the scene. He was transported to a hospital for treatment and was listed in critical condition as of Saturday afternoon, March 7.

What is confirmed so far

• Location: Goodfellow Boulevard, between Wells Avenue and Ridge Avenue, in north St. Louis City.

• Time frame: Shortly before 8 p.m. on Friday, March 6, 2026.

• Victim status: Hospitalized and in critical condition as of March 7.

• Driver status: Vehicle left the scene; no arrest or suspect description was released in the initial police summary.

• Investigating unit: St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department’s District 5 Detective Bureau.

Investigation focus and immediate next steps

Hit-and-run investigations typically concentrate on locating witnesses, identifying vehicles through available camera footage, and documenting crash evidence that may indicate the direction of travel, speed, or point of impact. In this case, police publicly requested help from anyone who saw the collision or the vehicle leaving the area.

Police asked witnesses to contact the District 5 Detective Bureau at 314-444-0001. Anonymous tips can also be submitted through CrimeStoppers at 1-866-371-TIPS (8477).

What remains unknown

Authorities have not released the victim’s identity, the vehicle’s description, or any information about whether impairment, distraction, or other factors may have contributed. Police also have not said whether the driver may have been aware of striking a person or whether the pedestrian’s presence in the roadway was linked to a medical issue or another emergency.

As the investigation continues, additional details may emerge through witness accounts, forensic crash analysis, and any nearby video sources from residences, businesses, or traffic infrastructure along the Goodfellow corridor.