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Hit-and-run crash kills 62-year-old man early Friday near Dover
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A 62-year-old pedestrian died after being hit by a motorist who fled the scene early Friday south of Dover, Delaware State Police said.
The victim, from the Dover area, has not been identified.
Police said the victim was near or on the northbound shoulder of South Dupont Highway, south of POW/MIA Parkway, when an unknown vehicle struck him about 1:40 a.m. The motorist then fled in an unknown direction.
The pedestrian was pronounced dead at the scene, police said.
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Police are investigating the incident and are asking anyone who might have information to contact investigators by calling (302) 698-8457. Information may also be provided by sending a private Facebook message to the Delaware State Police or contacting Delaware Crime Stoppers at (800) 847-3333.
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