Athens police said a man was killed Thursday night in an apparent hit-and-run crash.

According to police, the incident happened at 6:30 p.m., at the intersection of US 72 and Hine Street.

Witnesses said a westbound vehicle struck a man crossing the road. The man, whose name was not released, suffered from life-threatening injuries and was transported by ambulance to the hospital. He did not survive.

The vehicle, which apparently continued westbound on U.S. 72, was described as a tan/beige Honda CRV.

Police believe it will have damage to the front and driver’s side rearview mirror area.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Det. Sgt. Kelly Fussell at (256) 233-8718.