Monday, May 3, 2021 | 8:10 a.m.
A pedestrian died after a a hit-and-run incident early today on Flamingo Road, east of the Las Vegas Strip, according to Metro Police.
A vehicle, described only as a Mercedes-Benz, was headed west on Flamingo about 1 a.m. when it hit the pedestrian, who was in a crosswalk at Burnham Avenue, police said. The vehicle left the scene, police said.
The pedestrian, a 60-year-old man from Oceanside, Calif., was taken to Sunrise Hospital and Medical Center, where he died, police said. His name was not released, pending notification of his family.
Detectives are seeking the public's help identifying and locating the driver and vehicle. Anyone with information should contact Metro at 702-828-3595. To remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers at 702-385-5555 or online at crimestoppersofnv.com.
Tips leading to an arrest or an indictment processed through Crime Stoppers may result in a cash reward.
