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Man in Crossing Area Killed by Hit-and-Run Driver in Cherry Hill, Police Say

The man was struck near the intersection of Route 38 and Chestnut street as the hit-and-run vehicle was crossing over from westbound Route 38 to westbound, police said

A 38-year-old man was killed by a hit-and-run driver who ran a red light Friday morning in Cherry Hill, New Jersey, police said.

The man was struck near the intersection of Route 38 and Chestnut street as the hit-and-run vehicle was crossing over from westbound Route 38 to westbound, a Cherry Hill Police Department chief said. He was hit while walking on a designated crossing area, according to the chief.

Police have not released the name of the victim.

Traffic was backed up as police closed down the road to investigate.

On Monday, police said they believe it was dark-colored older model Nissan Maximia or Altima that struck the man.

Police asked anyone with information to call Officer j. Watts at (856) 432-8860 or submit a tip online.

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