Police officer marks crime scene
A police officer marks the crime scene in Linda Vista. Courtesy OnScene.TV

A 53-year-old man was struck and killed by a hit-and-run driver on Friday night as he crossed a street in Linda Vista.

San Diego Police said the man had crossed Linda Vista Road south of Genesee Avenue at 7:46 p.m. and was approaching the east curb when he was struck by a northbound vehicle.

The driver of what police described as a “dark SUV” did not stop.

The victim, who was not immediately identified, was transported to Sharp Memorial Hospital where he subsequently died.

Chris Jennewein is founder and senior editor of Times of San Diego.