On Tuesday, February 27, 2024, at approximately 11:10 pm, an auto vs. pedestrian hit & run occurred in the 14th District at 7900 Ogontz Ave, resulting in a fatality. The preliminary investigation revealed that unit #1 (Silver colored sedan) was traveling north on the 7900 block of Ogontz Avenue at which point unit # 2 (pedestrian a 46-year-old-male) was crossing against the light and not in the crosswalk when unit #1 struck the pedestrian. Per witness at the scene, unit #1 stopped briefly and the driver of unit #1 exited his vehicle checked the damage of his car then fled and was last seen north on the 8000 block of the Ogontz Avenue. A vehicle part with a Ford emblem was recovered at the scene.
If you have any information about this crime or this suspect, please contact:
Crash Investigation Division:
215-685-3180 or 3181
DC# 24-14-010662
CID Control # 24-0316
Wanted: Suspect for Fatal Hit and Run in the 14th District [VIDEO]
