According to Sheriff Bobby Webre, deputies responded to the area of West 10th Street and Walton Street in Donaldsonville shortly before midnight Friday night in reference to a hit and run.

When deputies arrived on scene they located a 51-year-old victim who sustained major injuries. The victim was immediately transported to a nearby hospital but later died from their injuries.

There are no known suspects or suspect vehicle at this time.

Anyone with information on this case is urged to contact the Ascension Parish Sheriff’s Office at 225-621-4636 or by texting 847411 to our anonymous tip line from any cellular device or Greater Baton Rouge Crime Stoppers at 225-344-STOP (7868). To be eligible for a cash reward, you must contact Crime Stoppers immediately.