May 7, 2025

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Incident Overview
A 20-year-old woman tragically lost her life in an alleged hit-and-run crash on North East Road in Hillcrest , Adelaide’s northeast, on Tuesday, May 6, 2025 , at approximately 11:00 pm .

The victim was struck by a silver sedan near the OTR petrol station at the intersection of North East Road and Forbes Street . Witnesses reported that the sedan did not stop at the scene and may have sustained front-end damage . Police are urgently appealing for the driver to come forward.

Location and Time

  • Crash Date: Tuesday, May 6, 2025 (approximately 11:00 pm).
  • Location: Northeast-bound lane of North East Road, near Forbes Street and the OTR petrol station, Hillcrest, Adelaide.

Vehicles Involved

  • A **silver sedan** involved in the hit-and-run incident (driver fled the scene).

Injuries/Fatalities

  • Fatality:
    • The 20-year-old female pedestrian died at the scene despite CPR efforts.

Emergency Response

  • Police and paramedics attended the scene promptly after the crash was reported.
  • CPR was performed on the victim, but she was pronounced deceased at the scene.

“CPR was performed on the victim however she died at the scene.”
— Police statement

Police Investigation
Authorities are investigating the circumstances surrounding the crash, focusing on:

  • The sequence of events leading to the collision between the pedestrian and the silver sedan.
  • Road conditions, signage, and visibility at the time of the incident.
  • Potential factors such as speed, distraction, or impairment involving the driver.
  • The silver sedan’s front-end damage and its current whereabouts.

“Police are appealing for the driver to come forward, as well as anyone with any information about the sedan.”
— South Australia Police update

Appeal for Information
The community is urged to assist authorities by providing any information that could help identify the driver or determine the cause of the crash:

  • Crime Stoppers SA: Report information anonymously by calling 1800 333 000 or online at www.crimestopperssa.com.au.
  • Witnesses are encouraged to share dashcam footage, CCTV recordings, or observations about the silver sedan or its driver.

Community Impact
This tragic incident has deeply affected the Hillcrest community , particularly given the loss of a young life in a preventable hit-and-run crash. The proximity to a busy petrol station and main road highlights the vulnerability of pedestrians in high-traffic areas.