A hit-and-run on the night of Dec. 19 left a 50-year-old man dead in Philadelphia’s Cobbs Creek neighborhood.
Incident Details
The incident occurred shortly after midnight along the 100 block of South Cobbs Creek Parkway. A man who appeared to be under the influence was sitting in the middle of the street. When he tried to stand, a white car heading south on Cobbs Creek Parkway struck him and then fled the scene.
Victim and Medical Response
Medics transported the victim to Penn Presbyterian Medical Center, where he was pronounced dead at 12:45 a.m. Police have not released the victim’s identity.
Vehicle Description
Investigators described the hit-and-run vehicle as a white sedan with a sunroof but have not provided additional details.
How to Help
If you have any information, call the Crash Investigation Division at 215-685-3181. Anonymous tips can be submitted by calling 215-686-TIPS (8477).
Key Takeaways
- 50-year-old man killed in a hit-and-run in Cobbs Creek.
- Vehicle: white sedan with sunroof.
- Victim pronounced dead at Penn Presbyterian Medical Center.
The investigation continues as police seek the driver responsible for the fatal incident.
