Confirm damage is consistent with cause of loss hit and run

Summary of the type of evidence which indicates the vehicle damage is consistent or inconsistent with a hit and run claim.

Evidence of consistency with "hit & run" type of damage, includes but is not limited to the following:

Type of damage	Indication
Single directional damage	The cause was the striking vehicle passing the struck vehicle.
Straight line damage to wheel, tire, and/or hubcap	The struck vehicle was stationary.
Bumper height damage	The cause was the striking vehicle’s bumper.

Indications that damage is not consistent with "hit and run" type of damage include, but are not limited to the following:

Observation	Indication
Presence of rust	The age of the damage is not consistent with the stated date of loss.
Severe impact-type damage	Impact with a stationary object.
Wood, cement or other abrasive type residue in the damage area	Impact with a non-vehicle object.
Damage extending vertically and at the same depth at top and bottom	Collision with a stationary object such as a pole, tree, abutment, or garbage container.
Non-automotive paint deposits on the damaged area	Collision with a stationary object.
Fresh undercarriage damage, or dirt and debris underneath the vehicle	A off road excursion.
Indications of rotation on wheels, tires or hubcaps	Customer’s vehicle was moving when damaged.
Evidence of numerous scratches caused by branches	Customer’s vehicle was moving when damaged.