HUGHES, Ark. — A Hughes woman was killed in a hit-and-run collision on State Highway 131 in Crittenden County, according to a preliminary report from the Arkansas State Police.
Leigh Zanone Scull, whose age was not provided in the report, died on Nov. 5 when an unidentified vehicle struck her while she was walking along the west shoulder of the highway. The incident was reported at 2:13 p.m.
The Arkansas State Police summary states that the vehicle, believed to have been traveling northbound, left the scene following the collision. No description of the striking vehicle has been publicly released.
Weather conditions at the time of the incident were clear, and the roadway was dry, according to the report.
The investigation is being handled by Trooper Dylan Evans, who is listed in the summary as the lead investigator.
Authorities have not released additional details as of this time. Anyone with information about this incident is encouraged to contact the Arkansas State Police.
The preliminary summary was prepared by the Arkansas State Police and may be subject to updates as the investigation continues.