10-57
Government & Politics abbreviation · Police Code
| Stands for | Hit and run |
|---|---|
| Categories | Government & Politics |
10-57 stands for Hit and run, a police code abbreviation.
Radio code for a hit-and-run crash, in which a driver leaves the scene without stopping, often followed by F, PI or PD to indicate severity.
Example: 10-57 PD at the mall parking lot, suspect vehicle a blue pickup.
Usage notes
Leaving the scene of a crash involving injury is a felony in many states. Witnesses' descriptions and camera footage are key evidence. Some agencies use other codes for hit and run.