PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Authorities have identified the victim of Tuesday night’s fatal hit-and-run crash as William S. Colbert, 69, of Pittsfield.
According to Pittsfield Police, Colbert was struck by a vehicle Tuesday evening in the area of Linden Street and Francis Avenue. Investigators say that after being hit, he became trapped underneath the vehicle and was dragged a significant distance. He ultimately came to rest in the roadway near 1350 West Housatonic Street. The driver fled the scene.
Police believe the incident occurred between 11:33 p.m. and 11:49 p.m. Authorities are actively investigating and attempting to determine the exact sequence of events leading up to and following the crash.
Investigators believe the suspect vehicle may have traveled along several streets, including Linden Street, Robbins Avenue, Daniels Avenue, Columbus Avenue, Onota Street, South Merriam Street, and West Housatonic Street.
Pittsfield Police are urging anyone with information about the incident, including possible security or surveillance footage from the areas mentioned, to come forward. Information can be emailed to dhallas@cityofpittsfield.org or adayton@cityofpittsfield.org, or arrangements can be made for evidence to be collected.
Anyone with information is also asked to contact Officer Anthony Dayton at (413) 448-9700 Ext. 543 or Sergeant David Hallas at Ext. 560. The investigation remains ongoing.
