Norwood Police Search for 65-Year-Old Driver in Crosswalk Hit-and-Run
A gray or black SUV struck two pedestrians in a Norwood, Massachusetts crosswalk last month, and local investigators are now searching for the 65-year-old local resident they say fled before officers could take him into custody. Norwood police said Saturday that Maciel DeOliveira of Norwood faces charges of leaving the scene of personal injury and a crosswalk violation following the Oct. 24 crash.
The collision happened just after 6:30 p.m. at the intersection of Washington and Day streets. According to Norwood police, one of the victims spotted the oncoming vehicle and pushed the other out of the direct path of the SUV, taking the brunt of the impact. That pedestrian sustained a concussion along with injuries to his shoulder and knees, while the second victim suffered wrist injuries.
The driver did not stop after the impact, continuing south on Washington Street. Investigators quickly turned to technology and community accounts to piece together the vehicle’s identity, reviewing surveillance footage, interviewing witnesses, and checking license plate reader data. That work led them to identify an older Honda Pilot, likely missing or damaged on one or both headlights, as the suspect vehicle.
The Hunt for the Suspect
When officers went to arrest DeOliveira on the warrants, he could not be located, leading police to believe he may have already fled the area. Investigators are asking anyone with information on his whereabouts to contact them directly at 781-440-5181. Police cautioned the public not to approach or attempt to apprehend DeOliveira.
