A MAN in his 40s has been killed in a hit and run with cops launching a hunt for the driver who fled from the scene.
Emergency services scrambled to Gleadless Road in Sheffield, at around 8.30pm yesterday and found the man.
A man in his 40s was killed in a hit and run
Despite the best efforts of medical professionals, he was sadly pronounced dead at the scene.
Officers believe a dark coloured Volkswagen was involved and are urgently probing into this.
Several police cars could be seen at the scene of the incident, and blue and white police tape extended across the road while emergency services carried out their work.
An ambulance was also seen at the location.
A South Yorkshire Police spokesperson said: “We’re keen to hear from anyone who witnessed the collision, may have footage of the collision or cars acting suspiciously in the area at the time, or information about the those and the vehicle involved.
“We’re also asking our communities to support us and contact our control room immediately if you see a damaged car in your area.
“Road closures are currently in place on Gleadless Road and Ridgeway Road and trams are suspended.
“Please avoid the area.
“You can contact us online, via live chat or by calling 101 quoting incident number 979 of 24 October 2024.”
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