Driver flees scene after killing a pedestrian in North Philadelphia early Saturday morning

PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) -- Philadelphia police are searching for a driver wanted in a deadly hit-and-run in North Philadelphia.

Officials say the victim was hit near the intersection of North 23rd Street and Ridge Avenue.

The fatal crash happened just before 5 a.m. Saturday.

Police say the victim, 64-year-old Raymond Hodgins, was taken to Temple University Hospital, where he died.

According to investigators, a gray minivan involved was damaged in the crash, which may make it easier to identify.

Anyone with information is asked to call Philadelphia police at 215.686.TIPS (8477).