DETROIT (WWJ) -- A woman who was wanted for her alleged role in what police called a "vicious" hit-and-run in Detroit has turned herself in.
The "person of interest" in question was seen in a surveillance image released by authorities seeking tips in the incident that killed a mother who was trying to save a child in the 15000 block of Manning St. on the city's east side.
The person of interest was questioned and released, police said.
No charges were announced.
Police said Tuesday afternoon that the investigation is ongoing, adding,
"We are currently looking to speak with additional persons of interest in this case."
Late Sunday night, police said Tiffany Watson was hit by an SUV driven by a suspect who drove onto the lawn of a home on Manning Street after a dispute between two groups.
"It does appear that she pushed a child out of the way," Chief James White told reporters on Monday. "...It's just a horrific scene. I mean, the whole scene was just awful, and should not have happened."
Police said they're still looking for a suspect vehicle described as a gray or silver 2020 Nissan Murano with Minnesota license plate #FBY 246.
Video of the incident shows the Nissan circle a traffic sign and nearly hit Watson. The car then goes through the yard and continues down the road before it turns around and speeds toward her.
The suspect fled the scene after hitting the victim.
"When you look at this heinous act and how it happened and her lack of regard for human life...we feel that (the driver) is very dangerous," White said.
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As for whether Watson was targeted, the chief said: "It appears that the victim was a bystander, but she was clearly in the path of the vehicle, and there was no attempt by the person of interest to avoid her. There was no attempt; it was direct."
Anyone with information about this crime is asked to call the DPD's Homicide Unit at 313-596-2260, or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-Speak Up (1-800-773-2587). As always, those who call Crime Stoppers will remain 100% anonymous.
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