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Deputies seek white Cadillac Escalade in deadly hit-and-run near Miami International Airport

A woman was killed early Sunday morning in a hit-and-run near Miami International Airport and investigators are asking for the public's help in finding the driver who fled the scene, according to the Miami-Dade Sheriff's Office.

Deputies said they responded to the 3400 block of NW 32nd Avenue shortly before 5:30 a.m. on Sunday.

At the scene, officers said they found a woman who had been struck by a vehicle.

Miami-Dade Fire Rescue transported the victim to a local hospital, where she was pronounced dead despite lifesaving efforts.

The driver did not remain at the scene, deputies said.

Vehicle description released

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  2014–2020 four-door Cadillac Escalade MDSO

Traffic homicide detectives are now searching for the vehicle involved, described as a white 2014–2020 four-door Cadillac Escalade with possible front-end damage.

The driver fled without rendering aid or providing any information, investigators said.

Have information? Here's how to share tips

Authorities are urging anyone with information to contact Miami-Dade Sheriff's Office Traffic Homicide Detective M. Tapanes at (305) 471-2400.

Those who wish to remain anonymous can contact Miami-Dade Crime Stoppers by calling (305) 471-TIPS (8477) or 1-866-471-8477, texting "CrimeStoppers305" to 738477, or submitting a tip online at www.CrimeStoppers305.com.

If a tip leads to an arrest, the caller may be eligible for a reward of up to $5,000. All calls will remain anonymous, officials said.

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