Pedestrian Fatally Struck By Hit-And-Run Driver In East County

LEMON GROVE, CA — A pedestrian was stuck and killed by a hit-and-run driver early Wednesday, authorities said.

The crash happened shortly before 12:30 a.m. at the intersection of College Avenue and Federal Boulevard in Lemon Grove, according to the San Diego County Sheriff's Department.

"Based on the preliminary investigation, a pickup truck struck a pedestrian crossing the intersection," Sgt. Kenneth Seel said.

Despite lifesaving efforts, the man was pronounced dead at the scene, Seel said. His identity was not released.

A witness described the suspect vehicle as a white pickup truck, Seel said. No other identifying information was available.

Anyone with information was asked to call the San Diego Crime Stoppers' anonymous tip line at 888-580-8477. Crime Stoppers is offering up to a $1,000 reward for information that leads to an arrest in this case.