It happened on Friday, Nov. 26, at around 5:20 p.m. in Hicksville.
Nassau County Police Department officers responded to Stewart Avenue, East of the Levittown Parkway, for reports of a woman lying in the roadway.
Upon arrival, officers discovered the dead woman lying in the eastbound lane of Stewart Avenue.
"It appears the woman was struck by an unknown vehicle which left the scene," Nassau County Police said.
On Monday, Nov. 29, police identified the woman as Nayi Harsida, age 43, of Westbury.
The investigation is ongoing.
Detectives request anyone with information on the incident contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-244-TIPS or 911. All callers will remain anonymous.
This continues to be a developing story. Check back to Daily Voice for updates.
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