The Absecon Police Department is asking for the public's help to locate a vehicle that was allegedly involved in a fatal hit-and-run last week.

The victim of the hit-and-run was just 17 years old.

The accident took place on February 17th on Route 30 near the Executive Lodge Motel.  The victim was pronounced dead at the scene.

Absecon Police Searching for White Jeep Compass

Police are looking for a white 2015 Jeep Compass with the New Jersey license plates L92-PLY.

Police say the vehicle sustained heavy front-end damage in the accident.

Absecon Police Anonymous Tip Line

Police are asking if you have any information about the vehicle, you contact the Absecon Police Department Traffic Safety Unit at 609-641-0667 ext.214.

You can also submit anonymous tips to Crime Stoppers of Atlantic County at 1-200-658-TIPS (8477), or text your anonymous tiop to 274637 (CRIMES).

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