Maury County, TN – A pedestrian was struck and killed in a hit-and-run crash Thursday night in Maury County, prompting the Tennessee Highway Patrol to ask for the public’s assistance in finding the driver involved.
According to the Tennessee Highway Patrol, the incident happened around 8:20 p.m. Thursday in the area of 1190 Highway 7. Authorities said the driver allegedly left the scene after hitting the victim, who was pronounced dead at the location. No further details about the victim’s identity have been released pending family notification.
Troopers are now urging anyone who may have been in the area at the time, or who may have seen a vehicle with fresh front-end damage, to come forward. Witness statements and potential surveillance footage from nearby properties could be critical in the investigation.
Anyone with information is asked to contact the THP Lawrenceburg Dispatch Center at (800) 736-1759. Callers can remain anonymous.
Hit-and-run cases involving pedestrians remain a serious concern across Tennessee. State law requires any driver involved in a crash resulting in injury or death to stop immediately and remain at the scene to provide information and render aid. Failing to do so can lead to severe criminal charges, including vehicular homicide.
Investigators continue to search for the suspect vehicle and are reviewing evidence collected from the crash site. Updates are expected as the investigation progresses.
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