Gilroy police are asking for the public's help in locating the driver who fatally struck a pedestrian Monday night and then fled the scene.
The deadly hit-and-run collision happened at about 9 p.m. in the area of Wren Avenue and El Cerrito Way, police said.
First responders tried to save the pedestrian, identified as a man and a Gilroy resident, but he was pronounced dead at the scene, according to police.
The suspect vehicle is described as a gray or charcoal SUV with damage to its front end. The driver was last seen fleeing northbound on Wren Avenue from El Cerrito Way, police said.
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Anyone who witnessed the collision or has surveillance footage that may have captured the suspect vehicle is asked to contact Officer Julio Romero at 408-846-0523. People wishing to remain anonymous should call the police department's tip line at 408-846-0330.
