Reward offered in fatal hit-run of Bernarda Fernandez in Huntington Station
Anyone who can lead police to the driver who fatally hit a Huntington Station woman in that hamlet last week will collect a cash reward, Suffolk police said.
Bernarda Fernandez, 49, was walking across Jericho Turnpike when a westbound Jeep Cherokee crashed into her near Oakwood Road at approximately 3:49 a.m. on Saturday. The motorist then drove off, heading north on Oakwood Road, police said.
For video of the Jeep, go to YouTube.com/scpdtv and click on "Wanted for Huntington Station Hit-and-Run 23-197172."
Anyone with information about this collision can submit an anonymous tip to Suffolk County Crime Stoppers by calling 1-800-220-TIPS, utilizing a mobile app that can be downloaded through the App Store or Google Play by searching P3 Tips, or visiting www.P3Tips.com. All calls, text messages and emails will be kept confidential.
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