Police Search for Suspect in Fatal Hit-and-Run on Levick Street

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PHILADELPHIA, PA — Police are seeking information regarding a fatal hit-and-run incident involving a pedestrian in Northeast Philadelphia on November 1, 2024. The crash occurred at approximately 2:16 a.m. on the 4800 block of Levick Street.

Authorities have identified the suspect vehicle as a black 2008 Nissan Murano with a temporary Virginia state paper tag. The vehicle, believed to have been driven by a Black male with a beard and mustache, was last seen heading south on Torresdale Avenue from Levick Street. Surveillance images captured the vehicle and driver at a toll plaza before the crash as they entered Philadelphia.

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The Philadelphia Police Department urges anyone who sees this individual not to approach but to contact 911 immediately. To provide confidential tips, call 215.686.TIPS (8477) or text the same number. Community members may also share information with the Crash Investigation Division by calling 215-685-3180 or 215-685-3181, referencing case ID#: DC#24-15-089776.

Officials stress that additional details may emerge as the investigation continues. All individuals are presumed innocent unless proven guilty in a court of law.

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