Louisville Metro Police Department is investigating after a 19-year-old man was killed during a hit-and-run in west Louisville. Police said it happened in the 2100 block of Dixie Highway around 10:30 p.m. on Friday.According to officers, witnesses said Derrick Wright was attempting to cross Dixie Highway when he was struck by a car traveling northbound.>>Read more top stories hereThe car failed to stop and help Wright. He was pronounced dead at the scene.LMPD’s Traffic Unit is handling the ongoing investigation. Police said the make and model of the car that hit the man is unknown at this time.Anyone in the area at the time or who may have information is asked to call the anonymous tip line at (502) 574-5673 or utilize the online Crime Tip portal at LMPD Crime Tip Portal. This story will be updated if more information becomes available.
Louisville Metro Police Department is investigating after a 19-year-old man was killed during a hit-and-run in west Louisville.
Police said it happened in the 2100 block of Dixie Highway around 10:30 p.m. on Friday.
According to officers, witnesses said Derrick Wright was attempting to cross Dixie Highway when he was struck by a car traveling northbound.
The car failed to stop and help Wright. He was pronounced dead at the scene.
LMPD’s Traffic Unit is handling the ongoing investigation. Police said the make and model of the car that hit the man is unknown at this time.
Anyone in the area at the time or who may have information is asked to call the anonymous tip line at (502) 574-5673 or utilize the online Crime Tip portal at LMPD Crime Tip Portal.
This story will be updated if more information becomes available.
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