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NOPD Investigates Hit-and-Run Traffic Fatality in Fifth District

by Danielle B. Miller

November 15, 2020

Categories: Be on the Lookout

Topics: Fifth District, Traffic Fatality/Hit and Run

NOPD Investigates Hit-and-Run Traffic Fatality in Fifth District

The NOPD is investigating a fatal hit-and-run that claimed the life of one adult female Sunday morning (Nov. 15) in the Fifth District.

At around 3:22 a.m., Fifth District officers were dispatched to the intersection of Elysian Fields Avenue and North Derbigny Street. Upon arrival, officers discovered the victim down at the location. Officers determined that the victim was struck by an unknown vehicle that fled the scene. The victim was pronounced dead on scene.

The Orleans Parish Coroner’s Office will determine the official cause of death and release the victim’s name, upon completion of an autopsy and notification of family. No further details are available at this time.

Traffic Fatality Detective Richard Chambers is leading the ongoing investigation and can be reached at 504-658-6205 with any information regarding this incident. Citizens with information that can help solve a crime are asked to call Crimestoppers at 504-822-1111 or toll-free at 1-877-903-STOP.