Tucson police are searching for the driver in a deadly hit-and-run Tuesday evening on the city's south side.
The crash happened about 7 p.m. in the 200 block of East Drexel Road, near South Nogales Highway, police said in a news release.
The unidentified pedestrian was struck by a westbound vehicle while crossing Drexel, police said. The person died at the scene, the release said. The name of the person was being withheld by police pending family notification.
Investigators used car parts found at the crash scene to identify the type of vehicle involved — a white 2017 to 2019 Ford Escape. The vehicle should have a missing driver's side mirror and damage to the driver's side headlamp area, police said.
Anyone with information is asked to call 88-CRIME, the anonymous tip line.
According to traffic detectives, the pedestrian was crossing Drexel Road from north to south and was struck by the offending vehicle as it traveled westbound on Drexel Road. The vehicle’s driver fled in an unknown direction after the collision.
Investigators said the offending vehicle would likely have a missing driver’s side view mirror and damage to the headlamp area.
Anyone with any information is urged to contact Tucson Police, or 88-CRIME where you can remain anonymous.
