New Milford Police have located a vehicle they believe was involved in a deadly hit-and-run crash Tuesday night.
Officials said the car accident happened on Danbury Road at about 5:10 p.m. A pedestrian, identified as Galo Rafael Guaman-Sarmiento, 61, was crossing the road when he was fatally struck.
The car that hit him fled the scene. Police have since found the suspect vehicle.
"We would like to thank everyone who provided information related to this tragic incident," police said in a statement.
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Authorities said the car has damage to the driver's side front bumper, headlamp and mirror.
Anyone with information is asked to contact Detective Nicholas Smith by calling 860-355-3133 or emailing nsmith@newmilfordpolice.org.
You can also call their anonymous tip line at 860-355-2000.
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