Woman dies in early-morning hit-and-run incident in University City.
A tragic hit-and-run incident occurred early this morning in University City, Philadelphia, resulting in the death of a 48-year-old woman. The accident happened around 4:30 a.m. at the intersection of 33rd and Market streets, an area situated in close proximity to Drexel University’s campus. According to Philadelphia Police Chief Inspector Scott Small, the victim was walking with colleagues when she was struck by a silver Chrysler 300.
Emergency responders arrived shortly after the collision, and the woman was pronounced dead at a local hospital at 4:45 a.m. Investigators reported that the speed of the vehicle was so excessive that the impact caused the victim to be thrown from her shoes, underscoring the severity of the accident.
The driver of the Chrysler did not remain at the scene nor offer any assistance to the victim. Instead, they fled the area, proceeding down Market Street towards 30th Street Station. Fortunately, no other pedestrians were injured during this alarming incident.
In a swift response, police were able to capture the license plate number of the vehicle involved in the hit-and-run. Officers have begun an investigation, visiting the registered address associated with the vehicle in hopes of locating the driver. The investigation remains ongoing as authorities work to gather more evidence and identify the individual responsible for this tragic event.
This fatal crash occurred at a busy intersection well-trafficked by students and commuters, highlighting concerns for safety in urban pedestrian zones. In recent months, statistics released by the Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia indicated that the city experienced its lowest number of traffic fatalities in the first half of this year since 2019. Nonetheless, there is a noted trend of increased fatalities in the latter part of the year, raising concerns among residents and officials alike.
As of now, the city has registered over 70 fatal traffic incidents this year, with more than a third involving pedestrians. This alarming statistic emphasizes the need for increased awareness and enhanced safety measures for pedestrians in Philadelphia’s densely populated areas. The ongoing investigation into the hit-and-run seeks to ensure accountability and justice for the victim and her family. Media News Source will continue to monitor this developing story.
