The Philadelphia Police are urgently seeking public assistance in tracking down a dark-colored SUV involved in a fatal collision with a pedestrian last Friday night. According to a news release on the Philadelphia Police Department’s website, the incident occurred on the 4XX block of North 63rd Street at 11:35 p.m.
The vehicle in question, thought to be a Lincoln Navigator from between the years 2015-2017, was last seen heading east on Girard Avenue from 63rd Street after fatally striking the pedestrian. The victim, a 47-year-old male, was lying partially in the roadway at the time of the accident and was subsequently pronounced dead at Lankenau Medical Center early the following morning. It's noted that the SUV may have out-of-state plates affixed to both its front and rear bumpers.
With details scarce and the driver at large, the Philadelphia Police's Crash Investigation Division spearheads an active and ongoing inquiry into the tragedy. Law enforcement is appealing to anyone with information about the vehicle or the incident to step forward. The Crash Investigation Division can be reached directly at 215-685-3181, while anonymous tips are accepted through the PPD tip line at 215-686-TIPS (8477), ensuring confidentiality for those who come forward.
