A pedestrian died after being struck in a hit-and-run crash on Morse Road in north Columbus Wednesday evening. Police are seeking information.
Pedestrian Killed on North Side Columbus’ Hit-and-Run
A pedestrian died Thursday evening after being struck by a vehicle in a hit-and-run crash on Columbus’ North Side, according to police.
The incident occurred shortly before 6:30 p.m. on Jan. 22 along Morse Road near Sharon Avenue. Authorities said a 911 caller reported seeing a person lying near a bus stop after being hit by a vehicle.
Police said the driver involved did not stop at the scene or provide assistance and fled the area following the crash.
The pedestrian was taken in critical condition to OhioHealth Riverside Methodist Hospital, where they were pronounced dead around 7 p.m.
Following the crash, Columbus police closed both westbound lanes of Morse Road near Indianola Avenue as detectives from the Accident Investigation Unit examined the scene, searched for surveillance footage, and interviewed witnesses.
Investigators are asking anyone with information about the vehicle or driver involved to contact the Columbus Police Accident Investigation Unit at 614-645-4767. Anonymous tips can also be submitted through Central Ohio Crime Stoppers at 614-461-8477.
The investigation remains ongoing.
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