Hit-and-run driver fatally strikes pedestrian on W Florissant Ave

ST. LOUIS, MO – The victim of a fatal hit-and-run collision on the 11800 block of West Florissant Ave was identified by authorities Wednesday, KSDK reports.

On November 10, the driver of a dark-colored SUV struck Melvin McCombs, 55, as he was crossing the street around 6:30 p.m. The driver then fled the scene.

First responders transported McCombs to an area hospital where he was pronounced dead.

Investigators are requesting anyone with information concerning the incident to contact them.

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