SUV Hits, Kills Pedestrian In Cleveland On St. Patrick's Day

CLEVELAND, OH — A 38-year-old Cleveland man was struck and killed by an SUV while crossing the street on Saturday night. The car that hit him sped off after the collision and police are now asking the public for help in identifying and locating a suspect.

At about 11:30 p.m. on St. Patrick's Day, Robin Johnson was crossing Quincy Avenue, between E. 74th and E. 75th streets. A car going east on Quincy hit him and then sped off. The 38-year-old died from his injuries.

The vehicle that hit Johnson was described as a maroon, or similarly colored, mid- or full-sized SUV (possibly an Explorer or Expedition).

Anyone with information on Johnson's killing is asked to contact the Cleveland Police Department. Tips can be called into Crimestoppers or AIU at 216-623-5290.

Photo from Renee Schiavone, Patch