NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WTVF) — An elderly man was found dead along the side of a La Vergne road Thursday morning.
La Vergne Police say the man was found along Old Nashville Highway near Murray Lane about 6 a.m.
Officers say the man's family has been notified of his death.
No cause of death has been released.
Tennessee Highway Patrol have taken over the investigation.
The THP said preliminary information indicates that a hit-and-run driver struck the man between 1 a.m. to 6 a.m.
Anyone who may have witnessed the crash or may have any information about the whereabouts of the driver or vehicle is encouraged to contact the Tennessee Highway Patrol Emergency Dispatch Communications Center at 615-744-3091, then press 0 and request to speak with Trooper Lloyd Elliott.
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