Man Struck by Hit-and-Run Driver in Great Neck Plaza Dies From Injuries

The 43-year-old man who was struck by a hit-and-run driver last week in Great Neck Plaza has died from his injuries, Nassau Police said Friday.

According to police, the man, whose name is being withheld at this time, was attempting to cross South Middle Neck Road at Barstow Road when he was struck by an SUV heading southbound on South Middle Neck Road at 9:53 a.m. on Friday, Sept. 30.

The driver fled the scene but police were able to capture surveillance footage of the vehicle, which suffered extensive damage to the passenger side headlight and fender area. An example of what the vehicle would look like can be found here.

Police believe the vehicle may be a 2009 to 2015 Nissan Rogue that is gray or light blue/gray.

Police are asking anyone with information regarding this incident to call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-244-TIPS or Detective Gary Ferrucci at Nassau County Police Department VCARS Section at 516-573-7788. All callers will remain anonymous.

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