Shreveport Tragedy: 31-Year-Old Man Killed in Hit-and-Run Incident, Investigation Ongoing

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Tragic Incident in Shreveport: Man Dies After Being Struck by Vehicle

Shreveport, La. – A tragic event unfolded early Thursday morning in the busy vicinity of North Hearne and Hilry Huckaby III avenues when a 31-year-old man, identified as Melvin Linear Jr., lost his life after being struck by a vehicle.

Discovery at the Scene

Authorities were alerted just after 2:20 a.m. when a passerby reported a man lying on the highway. Shreveport police swiftly responded to the scene and found Linear unresponsive.

Investigation Underway

Despite the quick arrival of emergency personnel, Linear was pronounced dead at the scene. He was positively identified through a fingerprint comparison conducted by the Caddo coroner’s office.

Details of the Accident

Currently, there is no information available on the specific type of vehicle that was involved in this hit-and-run incident. Shreveport police are actively investigating the situation and an autopsy has been ordered to determine more details surrounding the case.

Community Impact

This heartbreaking incident has raised concerns within the community regarding pedestrian safety along busy highways. Local residents are urged to remain vigilant while walking near such traffic areas.

Conclusion

As the investigation continues, authorities are appealing to anyone who may have witnessed the incident or has information to come forward to help bring clarity to this unfortunate event. Our thoughts are with the family and friends of Melvin Linear Jr. during this challenging time.