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NOPD investigating accident that killed pedestrian in New Orleans East

The incident occurred just before 1:30 a.m..

NEW ORLEANS — New Orleans police are investigating a traffic fatality that killed a pedestrian in New Orleans East early Saturday morning.

NOPD officials say a male pedestrian was hit by an unidentified vehicle that was traveling north in the right lane in the area around the intersection I-510 North and I-10 West. The driver pulled over once he heard impact.

The victim was pronounced dead on the scene. There was no information given on the suspected vehicle.

This is a developing story, and it will be updated with the latest information available. Stick with WWLTV.com for the latest news.

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