Members of the New Orleans Police Department’s Fatality Section are investigating a Hit and Run that left an unknown man dead. The offense occurred tonight, October 2, 2022, in the 2600 block of Paris Avenue.
According to investigators, shortly before 7:30 P.M., the victim was crossing the street in the 2600 block of Paris Avenue when he was struck by a vehicle. The vehicle fled the scene. Emergency Medical Technicians arrived on scene and pronounced the man dead.
The suspect vehicle is described as possibly a dark colored pick-up truck with tinted windows.
The investigation is ongoing. The Orleans Parish Coroner will conduct an autopsy to determine the exact cause of death.
Anyone with information about this accident is urged to contact NOPD Traffic Fatality Investigator Alicia Hemderson at 504-658-6205 or call anonymously to Crimestoppers at (504) 822-1111, toll free at 1-877-903-7867.