Police investigate deadly hit-and-run crash on US 62 in Newcastle

NEWCASTLE, OK – The Newcastle Police Department is investigating a fatal hit-and-run collision that happened on the 2900 block of US 62 on Dec. 24, according to KOKH.

The driver hit a pedestrian around 1 a.m.

Officers performed life-saving measures on the victim until paramedics arrived. They pronounced the victim dead at the scene.

Authorities have identified the suspect.

Officials have not released the suspect or victim’s name.

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