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Police search for driver involved in fatal hit-and-run on Detroit's west side

Posted at 3:56 PM, Mar 16, 2019
and last updated 2019-03-16 16:03:02-04

DETROIT (WXYZ) — Detroit Police need help identifying the driver of a vehicle involved in a fatal hit-and-run on the city's west side.

On March 15 around 2:10 a.m., a 29-year-old male victim was crossing the street in the area of Linwood near Lawrence, when he was hit by the driver of an unknown dark-colored SUV traveling northbound on Linwood.

The victim was taken to a local hospital where he later passed away from his injuries.

The vehicle may have some front end accident damage.

Anyone who recognizes this vehicle or has any information regarding the crime is asked to call (313) 596-2260 or Crime Stoppers (800) SPEAK-UP.

The family plans to hold a candlelight vigil at 7:30 p.m. at the place where the man on Linwood and Lawrence, where the man was struck.