Woman wanted in fatal hit-and-run, NOPD asking for public’s assistance

NEW ORLEANS (WVUE) - The NOPD is requesting the public’s assistance in identifying and finding a driver and vehicle allegedly involved in a fatal hit-and-run crash on Oct. 29.

New Orleans Police said the crash occurred in the 3100 block of Elysian Fields Ave.

At around 2 a.m., police said the driver of a blue, four-door Toyota sedan hit someone in the parking lot of a gas station in the 3100 block of Elysian Fields Ave. They did not specify if the victim was a pedestrian or not.

The driver of the car, who police said is a woman with dark hair and gray roots, reportedly drove away without rendering aid or reporting the crash.

The vehicle has a spare tire mounted on the front passenger side, police said.

NOPD officials are looking for the woman and the vehicle. Anyone with information regarding the identity or whereabouts of the driver or the involved vehicle is urged to contact 504-658-6214, 504-259-9113 or 504-658-6210.

Police also said anyone with information can call CrimeStoppers at 504-822-1111 or toll-free at 1-877-903-7867.

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