Pedestrian Killed in Traffic Accident near North 145th Street

SEATTLE, WA (August 15, 2023) – Late Friday evening, a man was pronounced dead following a hit-and-run crash near Linden Avenue North.

It happened on August 4th, shortly before 11:00 p.m., when officers responded to the intersection and found a man down with extreme injuries.

Furthermore, emergency responders performed life-saving efforts to the pedestrian but he succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced dead.

Upon investigation, the officers learned that two vehicles struck the pedestrian, and they took off upon hitting him.

At this time, details on the suspects or the vehicle are not yet available, and the police are still searching for them.

Moreover, the identity of the man was not yet disclosed, and further investigation is still active.

Any witnesses are urged to call the Traffic Collisions Investigations Squad at 206-684-8923.

No words can mend the broken hearts and sorrow felt during this delicate moment. Our deepest condolences and sympathies are with the family and friends of the victim.

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