Pedestrian Killed in Flint Hit and Run Crash
Police are searching for a driver who struck and killed a woman on North Dort Highway on Saturday night.
Updated on Oct. 5, 2026 in Accidents
A woman was struck and killed by a vehicle while walking on North Dort Highway near Nebraska Avenue in Flint. The driver fled the scene immediately after the collision, which occurred just before 9 p.m.
Why it matters
Authorities are currently seeking public assistance to identify the driver responsible for the fatal incident. Identifying the vehicle is critical to the ongoing investigation into the hit and run.
Police are investigating the crash and seeking a suspect vehicle believed to have heavy driver's side front-end damage. Residents with information should contact detectives at 810-237-6816 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-422-5245.
The players
Crime Stoppers of Flint
This is a local organization that provides a platform for community members to anonymously report information regarding criminal investigations.
The details
A vehicle traveling north on Dort Highway struck the pedestrian as she was walking along the road. The suspect fled the scene, leaving the victim deceased at the site of the collision.
Timeline
The fatal hit and run crash occurred shortly before 9 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 3, 2026.
Legal Context
This hit and run incident fits into a broader trend of fatal pedestrian accidents occurring on major municipal corridors. It reflects ongoing challenges in local traffic safety and the enforcement of hit and run legislation within the city.
Residents in the area near North Dort Highway and Nebraska Avenue should remain alert for police activity as the investigation continues. Drivers who notice vehicles with unexplained front-end damage are encouraged to report these findings to local law enforcement.
The takeaway
Drivers are reminded of their legal obligation to remain at the scene of any collision involving a pedestrian. Reporting suspicious vehicles with recent damage can be a vital step in assisting investigators in these types of cases.
Further reading
For more information on road safety in the area, visit the Flint Accidents section.
More information
To report a tip anonymously, visit the Crime Stoppers of Flint website.
