A 61-year-old man was killed in a hit-and-run Wednesday night as he was crossing the street in Flushing, police said.
The victim was walking across 46th Avenue near Utopia Parkway at about 11:40 p.m. when the driver struck the man and then fled, authorities said.
The pedestrian, who was not identified by police, was taken to Flushing Hospital Medical Center, where he was pronounced dead.
Police currently do not have a vehicle description.
Anyone with information is asked to call Crime Stoppers at 800-577-TIPS (8477). The public can also submit their tips by logging onto the Crime Stoppers website or can text their tips to CRIMES (274637), then enter TIP577. All calls are strictly confidential.
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