Pedestrian killed in Woodburn hit-run, driver at large

PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) -- Police in Woodburn are asking for the public's help in identifying a vehicle believed to be involved in a hit-run crash that killed a man Thursday night.

Just before 9 p.m., officers responded to reports of the crash involving a vehicle and pedestrian on Pacific Highway and Williams Avenue.

When they arrived, officers found a man, identified as 44-year-old Nicolas Hernandez-Mendoza, was found lying injured in the road.

Hernandez-Mendoza was taken to Salem Hospital where he died from his injuries.

Further investigation found a light-colored SUV hit Hernandez-Mendoza while he was in the crosswalk. Officials said the SUV immediately left the scene, driving westbound onto Williams Avenue.

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact Woodburn Police.