Woman Struck, Killed In Hit & Run In West Philadelphia, Child Hospitalized
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- Philadelphia Police are investigating a hit and run that took place in West Philadelphia on Friday night.
According to officials, the accident was fatal. It took place shortly before 8:00 p.m., on the 600 block of N. 57th Street.
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Police say a 48-year-old woman was struck by a newer model white minivan which fled the scene heading south on 57th Street. Authorities add that she was walking with five children at the time of the accident.
The woman was transported to Presbyterian Hospital and was pronounced dead shortly after 9:00 p.m. A child was also transported to the hospital as a result of the accident.
Authorities released a picture of the vehicle (seen above). Anyone with information is asked to contact police.