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Chatham-Kent Police say a stolen truck was involved in a hit and run in Chatham early this morning.

Someone driving a black Ford F-150 ran into a light post on Blythewood Crescent around quarter to four, causing close to $10,000 in damage.

The truck was found abandoned a short distance away, and police say the vehicle had been reported stolen from a home on Merritt Avenue.

The search continues for the driver. Anyone who has information is asked to call police or Crime Stoppers.