Pitt County, N.C. – A fatal hit-and-run crash involving a motorcycle is under investigation in Pitt County.
According to the North Carolina State Highway Patrol, troopers responded around 7:53 p.m. Wednesday, March 11, to a collision on U.S. 13 at U.S. 264 Alternate near Moye Turnage Road.
Investigators say a pickup truck allegedly struck a motorcycle, causing fatal injuries to the motorcycle operator. Authorities said the suspect vehicle left the scene immediately after the crash.
Troopers believe the vehicle involved is a dark-colored pickup truck that likely has significant damage to the passenger side, according to the Highway Patrol.
Investigators also reported the truck was last seen traveling south on U.S. 13 toward Greene County after the collision.
Officials have not released the identity of the motorcyclist, and the crash remains under active investigation.
The State Highway Patrol is asking for the public’s help in locating the suspect vehicle or identifying the driver involved in the incident.
Anyone who may have witnessed the crash or has information about the vehicle is urged to contact NCSHP investigators in Pitt County at 252-752-6118.
The investigation remains ongoing as troopers work to determine the circumstances surrounding the crash.
For commuters and students traveling between Pitt and Greene counties, the heavily traveled U.S. 13 corridor is a common evening route, increasing the likelihood someone may have seen the suspect vehicle.
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