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<p>NANTICOKE &#8212; City police said charges are imminent against a person they believe fled the scene after striking a 72-year-old man on South Market Street earlier this month.</p><p>In a news release posted to the Nanticoke City Police Department&#8217;s Facebook page, police said a suspect was identified and confessed during questioning by investigators.</p><p>&#8220;Although an arrest is imminent, investigators are continuing to investigate the circumstances of the incident, process evidence and corroborate statements,&#8221; the news release says.</p><p>Police said Harold Rinehimer was struck by a vehicle as he crossed South Market Street in the 100 block at about 10:25 p.m. on Jan. 20.</p><p>Rinehimer was treated at a local hospital and is continuing to recover at his home. Police noted Rinehimer is said to be in good spirits and is thankful for the support he has received from the community.</p><p>More than a week ago, police released a picture of a GMC U-Haul pickup truck that was allegedly scene driving away after Rinehimer was struck.</p><p>&#8220;It&#8217;s with the tireless work ethic of the men and women of the Nanticoke City Police Department and the efforts of the community as a whole, I am proud to announce this information. The cooperation between the police and the community will always prevail,&#8221; Police Chief Thomas Wall stated.</p><style>
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<div class="metaInfo"><bylineMeta><p>By Ed Lewis</p><p>elewis@www.timesleader.com</p></bylineMeta></div>

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