Pedestrian Killed In Hit-And-Run Accident: North Branford Police

NORTH BRANFORD, CT — Police are investigating what they say appears to be a fatal hit-and-run accident Saturday.

On Saturday morning, North Branford 911 Center received a call for an unknown medical incident if front of 27 Branford Road. Upon arrival, police found a deceased person near the roadway, police said.

"The identity of this individual is being withheld pending the notification of next of kin," police said. "Our heartfelt sorrow and sympathy go out to this individual’s family and friends."

Preliminary investigation shows that the individual was struck by a vehicle that evaded from the scene, police said. The evading vehicle should have front right damage to the bumper, hood, and windshield, police said.

If you or anyone you know has information which can assist the North Branford Police Department, please contact the North Branford Police at 203-484-2703 or the North Branford Anonymous tip line at 203-484-2201. Branford Road was closed for an extended period of time but has since reopened.