CHARLOTTE — Police are investigating a fatal pedestrian crash in West Charlotte after one was pronounced deceased.
MEDIC responded to the crash at the 9300 block of Wilkinson Blvd. around 4 a.m. on Saturday morning.
Paramedics pronounced the victim deceased on scene, MEDIC said. Police have identified the victim as Monique Williams, 48.
Jonis Dany Sorto-Lovo, 20, has been arrested in connection with Williams’ death. He has been charged with Felony Death by Vehicle, Felony Hit and Run, Reckless Driving, Driving While License Revoked, and Driving After Consuming Under 21.
Police said initial investigations indicate that Williams attempted to cross the 9500 block of Wilkinson Boulevard when she was struck by a white Nissan, driven by Sorto-Lovo, that was traveling at a high rate of speed.
The vehicle fled the scene, police said, but was later located and Sorto-Lovo was screened for impairment and charged.
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police say the fatal crash is still under investigation and ask that anyone who witnessed the crash or has any related information contact Detective Pressley at (704) 432-2169 Extension 2.
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