(607NewsNow) — Here’s a look back at the top stories on 607NewsNow from this week:

IPD seek hit & run suspect after Friday night collision: 

The Ithaca Police Department is looking for information about an alleged hit and run on the night of Friday, September 5th, which left a pedestrian seriously injured. Police say the unnamed victim was struck around 10:50 p.m. Friday near W. Buffalo St. and Taughannock Blvd and suffered life threatening injuries. Get the full story HERE.

Ithaca’s downtown is safe, mayor says:

Cantelmo tells 607 News Now that increased efforts by the Ithaca Police Department to enforce rules on the Commons reflects a stronger police force. Get the full story HERE.

Officers searching at Buttermilk Falls State Park for distressed person:

Joined by New York State Park Police officers, the state police are looking for a person experiencing a mental health crisis. There was a search underway last night (September 9th), though more specific details are unavailable. Get the full story HERE.

20-year-old man still missing at Buttermilk Falls State Park:

State Police say 20-year-old Jonathan Dagostino was seen on video leaving Ithaca College around 6:30 a.m. Sunday. His vehicle was discovered at Buttermilk Falls State Park later in the day with his cell phone and a note indicating self-harm found inside. Get the full story HERE.

Cornell police chief to retire, join IPD as deputy chief:

Cornell University Police Chief Anthony Bellamy is retiring after 21 years and is becoming IPD’s next deputy chief. Bellamy says his goal is to “collaborate and create partnerships.” Get the full story HERE.