Roanoke Police Identify Victim of Fatal Hit-and-Run

Authorities name the man killed in a recent incident on Orange Avenue Northeast.

Apr. 2, 2026 at 9:22pm

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An extreme close-up photograph of a broken car side mirror reflecting a dim streetlight, conveying the gritty aftermath of a hit-and-run crash.The shattered remnants of a hit-and-run incident serve as a somber reminder of the human toll of such crimes.Roanoke Today

Roanoke police have released the identity of the victim in a fatal hit-and-run incident that occurred on Orange Avenue Northeast. The 42-year-old man was struck and killed by a vehicle that fled the scene.

Why it matters

Hit-and-run crashes are an ongoing public safety concern in Roanoke, with the city seeing a rise in such incidents in recent years. Identifying the victim is an important step in the investigation and in providing closure for the victim's family.

The details

Police said the 42-year-old victim was struck and killed by a vehicle that fled the scene on Orange Avenue Northeast. Authorities have not yet released any details about the vehicle or driver involved in the incident.

  • The hit-and-run occurred on the evening of April 1, 2026.

The players

Roanoke Police Department

The local law enforcement agency investigating the fatal hit-and-run incident.

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What’s next

Roanoke police are continuing to investigate the incident and are appealing to the public for any information that could help identify the vehicle and driver involved.

The takeaway

This tragic hit-and-run highlights the need for improved road safety measures and stronger penalties for drivers who flee the scene of a crash. The community is hopeful that identifying the victim will aid the investigation and lead to justice for the family.