State police investigate Terrebonne Parish hit-&-run fatal

Louisiana State Police Troop C is looking for the driver of a dark-colored pickup truck that ran down and killed a pedestrian in Terrebonne Parish on Monday.

Troopers say the crash happened in Dulac on LA 57 near Avet Street around 8 p.m.

"The preliminary investigation revealed the pedestrian was on or near LA Hwy. 57 when they were struck by an unknown vehicle," said Trooper Tiah Larvadain. "After striking the pedestrian, the unknown vehicle did not contact law enforcement and fled the scene."

The pedestrian was taken to the hospital. Larvadain says troopers were notified of the victim's death on Wednesday.

Investigators say they have not determined the make and model of the truck, but think it is likely it have damage to the front.

Anyone with information is asked to call Louisiana State Police Troop C at (985) 857-3680.