Hit-and-run driver wanted for killing woman crossing Charlotte street

CHARLOTTE, NC – A woman is dead after police say a driver hit her on North Caldwell Street in Uptown Charlotte and then kept going.

Detectives say a driver hit 53-year-old Wanda Sheppard as she tried to cross the road at around 2:15am on Monday. She died from her injuries.

Witnesses told police a dark colored vehicle hit Sheppard then kept going. It was last seen driving toward East 12th Street.

If you know anything that can help police find the driver, call Crime Stoppers at 704-334-1600.

You do not have to leave your name or testify and you could get a cash reward.