Pedestrian struck & killed in hit-and-run crash on Highway 111 in La Quinta

The Riverside County Sheriff's Deputies was on scene of a deadly collision between a vehicle and a pedestrian in La Quinta Friday night.

The collision happened near the intersection of Highway 111 and Dune Palms at around 7:15 p.m.

The driver was traveling westbound on Highway 111 and hit the pedestrian crossing the street.

The driver left before sheriff deputies arrived and they still have not found the driver yet.

When paramedics arrived they performed life saving procedures, but the pedestrian was pronounced dead at the scene.

Sergeant Lionel Murphy told News Channel 3 deputies were not able to make contact with a suspect as the driver left the area.

There was no suspect vehicle description or identity available at this time.

Traffic in the area was affected, as deputies block off lanes for the investigation.

According to the La Quinta Sheriff's Station, Dune Palms Road and Highway 111 was closed for westbound traffic. Deputies ask drivers to avoid the area and use an alternate route.

Stay with News Channel 3 for any updates.