Gadsden Police have confirmed, that a 55 year old Gadsden woman was the victim of a fatal hit and run occurring late Tuesday night, August 16th near the intersection of Halsey Street and Ewing Avenue.

The body of Lisa Hicks was discovered around 2:00 Wednesday morning; police believe she was struck and killed between 9:30 and 10:30 Tuesday night.

She had reportedly left the nearby home of her boyfriend around 9:30.

Authorities are searching for a black vehicle although they’re unsure if the vehicle was a car or a truck.  The vehicle most likely has extensive damage to the front end.

Investigators are seeking the assistance of the public in obtaining more information on that case; they’re also visiting body shops, and reviewing video from area businesses at the time the incident is believed to have taken place.

Anyone with any information to offer should call Investigator Sam Lowe at (256) 549-4631.

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