Police: Woodfield Road in West Hempstead closed due to deadly hit-and-run investigation

Authorities say the incident occurred around 3:40 a.m.

News 12 Staff

Dec 16, 2022, 12:43 PM

Updated 634 days ago

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Nassau police are investigating a deadly hit-and-run in West Hempstead.
Authorities say the incident occurred around 3:40 a.m. According to detectives, a witness observed a man lying in the westbound lane of Woodfield Road. As the witness tried to render aid to the individual, a four-door sedan traveling westbound on the road struck the victim and did not stop. Woodfield Road is closed for the investigation.
The victim was pronounced dead at the scene by a Police Medic.
Authorities ask anyone with information to contact the Nassau County Crime Stoppers at 1-800-244-TIPS or call 911. All callers will remain anonymous.