Oct 05, 2023

Police ask for help to ID suspect in fatal Kan. hit-and-run

Posted Oct 05, 2023 9:00 PM
Security camera images Wichita Police
Security camera images Wichita Police

SEDGWICK COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities continue to investigate a hit-and-run collision that fatally injured 49-year-old Paul Piepmeier of Wichita.

Just after 2a.m. September 30, police were dispatched to the 4500 block of South Broadway Avenue in Wichita for a vehicle vs. pedestrian collision, according to Officer Juan Rebolledo.

First responders located Piepmeier unconscious and with multiple injuries.  EMS transported him to a local hospital in critical condition. He was later pronounced deceased by medical staff.

The investigation revealed Piepmeier entered the street when he was struck by southbound dark-colored SUV.  Detectives are asking for help to identify the driver and locate the vehicle.