The public’s assistance is being sought following a fatal hit and run crash involving a pedestrian.

The crash occurred shortly before 10:00 pm Fridayon LA 56 south of the Chauvin Bridge.

The crash took the life of 22 year-old William Boyne of Patterson, LA.

A preliminary investigation has revealed that Boyne was walking north on the northbound shoulder of LA 56. while the suspect vehicle was traveling northbound on LA 56, crossed the fog line, and struck Boyne.

Police say Boyne sustained fatal injuries and was pronounced deceased by the Terrebonne Parish Coroner’s Office.

The suspect vehicle was described as a late 1990’s to early 2000’s green Ford F-150.

Police say it should have damage to the passenger side headlight area and may have a metal “Headache” rack covering the rear window.

The vehicle was last seen traveling north on LA 56.

Anyone with information pertaining to the suspect or suspect vehicle is asked to call the Louisiana State Police Troop C at 985-857-3680. Callers will remain anonymous.