63‑year‑old woman clasping hands with warm streetlamp glow on wet pavement and a blurred sedan speeding away

Fatal Hit-and-Run in North Philadelphia Claims 63-Year-Old Woman

In a tragic late-night incident on Friday, a 63-year-old woman was struck and killed while crossing a crosswalk in North Philadelphia, police say.

The Incident

At about 8:56 p.m. on Dec. 19, the accident took place at the intersection of Whitaker Avenue and Wyoming Avenue. The victim, who has not been identified, was crossing a marked crosswalk on Wyoming Avenue when a vehicle traveling northbound on Whitaker Avenue struck her.

The Vehicle

Police identified the car as a 2012 white Infiniti M37. After the collision, the driver glanced at the victim before driving northbound and leaving the scene.

Police Response and Appeal for Witnesses

White Infiniti M37 parked at street corner with dented bumper showing collision and faint woman reflected in rearview mirror.

The vehicle has been recovered, but the driver remains unknown and on the loose. Police are urging anyone with information to contact the Philadelphia Police Department at 215-686-TIPS (8477) or submit an anonymous tip online.

Key Takeaways

  • 63-year-old woman killed crossing a crosswalk on Dec. 19.
  • Incident occurred at Whitaker and Wyoming Avenues at 8:56 p.m.
  • 2012 Infiniti M37 involved; driver still at large.

The case remains open as authorities work to identify the suspect and bring justice for the victim.

Author

  • I’m Olivia Bennett Harris, a health and science journalist committed to reporting accurate, compassionate, and evidence-based stories that help readers make informed decisions about their well-being.

    I’m Olivia Bennett Harris, a health and science journalist committed to reporting accurate, compassionate, and evidence-based stories that help readers make informed decisions about their well-being. Based in Philadelphia, I focus on the intersection of medical research, public health policy, and everyday life.

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