LOCKPORT — The Niagara County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a hit-and-run that occurred at approximately 6:30 p.m. on Dysinger Road.

Accoring to NCSO, dispatch received a call reporting a Motor Vehicle accident involving a pedestrian in front of 6694 Dysinger Road. Initially, responding units were unable to locate the accident scene on Dysinger Road.

A short time later, the Niagara County Sheriff’s Office received a 911 phone call reporting a male laying in a snowbank on the side of Akron Road near Lincoln Avenue. Responding units located the male with severe injuries consistent with being struck by a vehicle.

Investigation revealed the male located on Akron Road was the male who was reportedly struck by a vehicle on Dysinger Road. The male was transported to Eastern Niagara Hospital Lockport where he succumbed to his injuries. The name of the victim is not being released at this time pending notification to family. The vehicle involved is still being sought.

The vehicle in question is believed to be a 2018 or newer BMW, model X5 or X6, silver or gray in color. The vehicle will have front end damage, specifically in the area of the headlights. Anybody with any information is asked to contact the Niagara County Sheriff’s Office at 716-438-3393.



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