Bridgeport Man Killed in Hit-and-Run Crash

Bridgeport police are investigating a fatal hit and run crash that occurred Saturday night.

Police say they responded around 9:13 p.m. for reports of a pedestrian struck by a car in front of 202-204 Arlington St. The victim, identified as Gasper Esteves, 81, of Bridgeport was transported to St Vincent’s Hospital with serious injuries. He was pronounced dead Sunday at 1:45 p.m.

According to police, it appears Esteves was standing outside his parked 2003 Ford Ranger when he was struck by a vehicle traveling west on Arlington Street, near the intersection of Madison Terrace. The vehicle fled the area. Police are actively seeking that vehicle, which is described as a white SUV.

Anyone with information on this incident is encouraged to contact Bridgeport Police at (860) 576-8477.

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