Woman in her 80s killed in tragic Christmas Day crash

In the United States, a tragic incident occurred on Christmas Day, December 25, 2024, in South Philadelphia, where a male pedestrian lost his life in a hit-and-run accident. Philadelphia police reported that the victim, who is described as being in his 40s, was struck by a vehicle while walking in the bike lane on Snyder Avenue, between the 300 block and 3rd Street. The crash took place shortly after 9:30 p.m. The pedestrian was pronounced dead at 9:40 p.m. after first responders arrived on the scene to provide medical assistance. Authorities have launched a manhunt for the driver responsible for this fatal accident. The vehicle is described as a tan sedan, and investigators from the Philadelphia Crash Investigation Division are actively searching for any leads related to the driver’s identity. They are appealing for witnesses who may have been in the vicinity at the time of the crash or who might have dashcam footage that could provide crucial evidence in this case. Victim identification is pending, and while police have not released the name of the deceased, they confirmed he was a local man in his 40s. Scarcity of information regarding the driver and the circumstances surrounding the hit-and-run has raised concerns in the community about traffic safety, particularly in areas that allow shared lanes for vehicles and bicycles. Witnesses to the accident or anyone with information about the tan sedan involved are urged to come forward to assist in the ongoing investigation. Police have made it clear that any information can be shared anonymously through established tip lines. This incident is one of two tragic occurrences reported on Christmas Day in the UK as well. Another accident involving a white Ford Fiesta and a black Volkswagen Tiguan near Darlington resulted in the death of a woman in her 80s, adding to the day’s somber news cycle. The driver of the Volkswagen was arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving, showcasing the ongoing issues of road safety and accountability that authorities are grappling with internationally during the holiday season.