Police Looking For Driver In Deadly Hit-And-Run In North Philadelphia; $20,000 Reward Being Offered
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) - Police are asking for the public's help to identify a suspect wanted in a deadly hit-and-run in North Philadelphia. The victim, a female in her 20's, had just gotten off a bus around 11:30 p.m. on Jan. 21 and was crossing the intersection of Broad Street and Allegheny Avenue when she was struck.
Police say the driver and two other passengers were in the vehicle when the woman was struck. The driver fled the scene after the crash.
The victim was taken to Temple Hospital in critical condition but was pronounced dead shortly after.
A $20,000 reward is being offered for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the suspect. If you have any information on the suspect call 911. You can also submit a tip through phone or text at (215) 686-8477. All tips will be confidential.