HARRIS COUNTY, Texas — A woman was found dead in a ditch after being hit by a vehicle, according to the Harris County Sheriff's Office.
The incident happened at approximately 9:00 p.m. in the 15500 block of Lillja Road and Kaylyn Street.
According to authorities, Rosa Cruz, 23, was walking on the east side of the northbound lane of Lillja Road when she was struck by a pickup truck, also traveling northbound.
The front end of the vehicle struck Cruz and sent her into the ditch. When first responders arrived at approximately 10:30 p.m., Cruz showed no signs of life due to the injuries she sustained from the crash.
HCSO Sgt. Beaty said a dark neighborhood could be to blame for the driver hitting the woman, but that the driver still failed to stop and render aid.
Vehicle parts were found on the scene to help determine the vehicle's make and model, which is said to be a 2016-18 GMC Sierra. Officials are still hoping for any video of the incident to help with their case.
If you have any information, you are asked to contact the Harris County Sherriff's Office at 713-221-6000 or CrimeStoppers at 713-222-TIPS (8477) .