Crime & Safety

Man Killed by Hit-and-Run Driver in Lynbrook

The man was trying to cross Merrick Road when he was struck Thursday night, police said.

A man was struck and killed by a hit-and-run driver in Lynbrook Thursday night, police said.

According to police, an unidentified man was crossing Merrick Road from north to south when he was struck by an unknown vehicle in front of 130 Merrick Road near McDonald’s at 9:07 p.m.

The car, which was traveling eastbound, fled the scene. The victim was pronounced dead at the scene.

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Police are asking anyone with information regarding the incident to contact Nassau County Crime Stoppers at 1-800-244-TIPS. All callers will remain anonymous.

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