WPD asks for help identifying suspect in fatal hit-and-run
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — The Wilmington Police Department traffic unit is asking for the public’s help in identifying a suspect and vehicle in a fatal hit-and-run.
It happened early Sunday morning, May 16, on Martin Luther King Parkway near Kerr Ave.
Police said the hit and run resulted in the death of a 17-year-old girl from Brunswick County.
Investigators believe that the vehicle maybe a silver 2012 Chrysler Town and Country van.
Police believe the driver is a middle aged man who operates the vehicle for hire and picks up fares from downtown Wilmington prior to and during bar closing.
Though police said this vehicle is not a registered taxi for hire.
If you have any information please call the Wilmington Police Department at (910) 343-3609.
In order to remain anonymous you can send a message to 847411 using the keyword WPDNC, add a space, and type your info or use the Wilmington NC PD app.
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