71-year-old school crossing guard victim of hit and run

MILWAUKEE (AP) - Milwaukee police are searching for a driver who struck and seriously injured a school crossing guard.

Authorities say the hit-and-run happened shortly before 6:30 a.m. Friday. The 71-year-old male crossing guard was taken to a hospital with undisclosed injuries.

The guard is an employee of the police department.

Police are looking for a burgundy, 4-door, 1997-2001 Buick Park Avenue or LeSabre.