NEW ORLEANS — A hit-and-run crash in the 3100 block of Elysian Fields Avenue left one person dead early Thursday morning.
Authorities were called to the scene at approximately 2:15 a.m. Investigators report that the victim confronted an unknown woman in a vehicle after she allegedly took the victim's belongings. The suspect then struck the victim with her vehicle, resulting in fatal injuries.
The victim was pronounced dead at the scene. The suspect's vehicle has been described as a blue sedan with a spare tire on the front passenger side.
The New Orleans Police Department is leading the investigation. Anyone with information is urged to contact Crimestoppers at 504-822-1111.
Further updates will be provided as more details become available.