Pedestrian killed in southwest Denver hit-and-run

Pedestrian killed in southwest Denver hit-and-run

DENVER, CO – Investigators with the Denver Police Department are searching for the driver responsible for a fatal hit-and-run collision involving a pedestrian last Friday.

According to ABC 7, the unidentified pedestrian was struck at about 10:22 p.m. near the intersection of South Federal Boulevard and West Arkansas Avenue.

Police say the pedestrian fell in the street while attempting to cross before being hit by a dark-colored SUV. The driver of the SUV then immediately fled.

The victim was rushed to a local hospital where they succumbed to their injuries a short time later. It is still unclear whether they were in a designated crosswalk when the accident occurred.

If you have been injured or if you lost a loved one as the result of the reckless behavior of a hit-and-run driver in the Denver area, you could be entitled to compensation. The Denver pedestrian accident attorneys with Whalen Hersh will fight to get you the money you deserve for medical bills, funeral costs, damaged property, and other expenses. Contact us today at (720) 307-2666 to schedule a free review of your claim.