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Deadly Hit-and-Run Claims Pedestrian in Leesburg
11 Apr
Summary
- A pedestrian was fatally struck by a vehicle early Friday morning.
- The incident occurred near the intersection of US Highway 27 and English Road.
- Authorities are searching for a gray Hyundai with front-end damage.
Leesburg police are investigating a fatal hit-and-run collision that took place early on Friday, April 11, 2026. The incident occurred near the intersection of US Highway 27 and English Road.
An unidentified gray Hyundai was reportedly traveling northbound on US Highway 27 when it struck a pedestrian. The vehicle then left the scene before law enforcement arrived.
The pedestrian, a 40-year-old woman, was sadly pronounced dead at the scene. The Hyundai involved is suspected to have sustained front-end damage.
The Leesburg Police Department is requesting anyone with information regarding this incident to come forward. Tips can be provided directly to LPD or through Crimeline to help apprehend the responsible party.
