Updated: Plymouth Police locate alleged hit & run suspect after pedestrian struck

Plymouth Police/CWN

PLYMOUTHFrom Plymouth Police: At approximately 6:30 PM, Plymouth Police responded to a report of a pedestrian struck by a motor vehicle in the area of 280 Court Street.

It is believed the victim was struck by a white work van, possibly a GMC, with white piping on the roof, silver rims, and damage to the front passenger side, including a possible blown headlight. The vehicle was last seen traveling northbound on Court Street (Route 3A) toward Kingston. The license plate may possibly begin with the letter “W” and end with “65.”

The male victim’s condition is unknown at this time.

Anyone who witnessed this incident or has information regarding this vehicle is asked to contact the Plymouth Police Department at 508-830-4218.

Update from Plymouth Police 12/22/25: On December 20th, at approximately 6:30 PM, our officers from the responded to a report of a pedestrian struck by a motor vehicle in the area of 280 Court Street.

Following the collision, the operator briefly stopped before fleeing the scene. A BOLO was immediately issued to surrounding communities, and updated social media alerts were disseminated to assist in locating the vehicle and operator involved.

The victim received immediate, lifesaving medical care on scene from Plymouth Police, Plymouth Fire, and Brewster EMS, before being transported by MedFlight to a Boston-area hospital.

Based on interviews conducted by officers and detectives, along with invaluable assistance from the public, Francis Kelly of Plymouth has been charged with Negligent Operation of a Motor Vehicle and Leaving the Scene with Personal Injury.

The victim is currently listed in stable condition at a Boston hospital and faces a long road to recovery.

We would like to sincerely thank the public for the tips provided and for sharing surveillance footage that proved critical to this investigation. Incidents like this underscore the strength of community cooperation in supporting victims and ensuring accountability.


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