Philadelphia, PA (June 16, 2025) — A tragic hit-and-run in North Philadelphia early Monday morning left one man dead and police actively searching for answers.

According to reports, the incident occurred at 12:15 a.m. on the 2700 block of North Broad Street. A man in his 60s was struck while crossing the roadway against a red light. He was rushed to Temple Hospital but later succumbed to his injuries. Authorities have not yet released his identity.

Investigators later discovered a Chevy Equinox with significant front passenger-side damage, including a shattered windshield, near Cumberland and Beach Streets in the Fishtown neighborhood. Evidence left at the crash scene included car parts and personal belongings carried by the victim.

This area of Broad Street has garnered concern among residents, with locals noting frequent collisions. A Vision Zero 2024 report revealed Broad Street experienced over one fatality per month last year, surpassing Roosevelt Boulevard as Philadelphia’s deadliest corridor.

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PLEASE TAKE NOTICE

The information in this article is based on initial reports from local authorities and may be subject to updates as investigations continue.

• The identities of those involved in the incident have not been released pending official confirmation and notification of next of kin.
• Further details about the accident, including toxicology results and potential charges, will be shared as they become available.
• Road closures and traffic updates related to the accident scene can be found by checking with local authorities or traffic monitoring services.

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