Man identified in deadly hit-and-run, State Patrol still looking for information

MONDAY UPDATE -- The man who was found dead on the side of the road in Itasca County has been identified.

Clement Nason, 61, of Deer River was found at the intersection of Golf Course Road and Highway 6 around 5 a.m. on Sunday in Deer River.

According to the Minnesota State Patrol, they believe he was a pedestrian who was struck by a car.

In addition, they’re calling it a hit-and-run.

Officials are still asking anyone was was driving in that area between 3 a.m. and 5 a.m. to contact them.

If you have any information, the patrol asks that you call the Virginia District Investigator at 218-735-3729.

ITASCA COUNTY, MN. (Northern News Now) - The Minnesota State Patrol is asking for any information regarding a fatal hit-and-run crash near Deer River Township early Sunday morning.

The hit-and-run crash killed a pedestrian.

If you were traveling northbound on Highway 6 between Highway 2 and County Road 19 between 3 a.m. and 5 a.m., the State Patrol is asking for your help.

According to authorities, there was dense fog at the time of the crash, and the driver may be unaware they hit someone.

If you have any information, the patrol asks that you call the Virginia District Investigator at 218-735-3729.

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