Moped operator flees the scene after crashing into vehicle in Fall River; leaves possible items behind

A moped rider reportedly fled the scene of a crash this afternoon in Fall River.

According to Deputy Chief Barden Castro just before 2:30 p.m., officers responded to the intersection of Whipple and Middle Streets due to reports of a motor vehicle crash.

A 19-year-old female driver was on scene and spoke with Officer Garrett Nelson, explaining that she was traveling east on Middle Street in her vehicle when she was struck by a moped which failed to stop at the posted stop sign on Whipple Street.

The operator of the moped failed to remain at the scene of the collision and fled. The moped was last seen continuing north on Whipple Street.

Fall River Reporter arrived on scene after the crash and discovered shoes, left behind change, and a piece of a moped.