March 15, 2023 / Source: KLTV

According to the Nacogdoches Police Department, a fatal crash was reported on Monday in Nacogdoches. Officials confirmed that one person died due to the pedestrian accident.

Authorities stated that the hit-and-run collision occurred in the 5000 block of South Street, outside Loop 224.

A man walking on the road was struck by a moving vehicle. The driver of the vehicle fled the scene and was nowhere to be found. Other insights including the identity of the deceased person, and the description of the vehicle involved remain unknown.

The cause of the collision is yet to be determined. It is not yet known if alcohol or drugs played a role in the accident. 

The crash continues to be investigated by the NPD.