Vehicle in New Castle fatal hit-and-run identified; driver sought: police

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Suspect vehicle located after fatal hit-and-run in New Castle

Delaware State Police have identified the vehicle involved in a fatal hit-and-run incident that occurred on South Dupont Highway in New Castle.

Delaware State Police have identified the vehicle involved in a fatal hit-and-run incident that occurred on South Dupont Highway in New Castle. 

What we know:

The incident took place on Monday night around 8 p.m. when a pedestrian was walking north in the southbound lanes of South Dupont Highway. 

A car traveling south struck the individual and fled the scene. Emergency medical technicians arrived shortly after and found the victim, who tragically died at the scene.

New Castle hit-and-run leaves pedestrian dead, Delaware police investigating

Delaware State Police officers are searching for a driver who was involved in a deadly hit-and-run of a pedestrian who was hit into a wooded area off South Dupont Highway.

State police have located the suspected vehicle at a residence and have taken it in as evidence. 

However, the driver remains at large, and authorities are actively seeking information to identify and locate the individual responsible for the hit-and-run.

As the investigation continues, Delaware State Police urge anyone with information about the incident or the driver to come forward.

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