Woman killed in deadly hit-and-run

A woman is dead after a hit-and-run in Marion County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

Troopers say two women - Christine Sullivan, 72, and Eileen Tillery, 74, both from Ocala - were hit while crossing the street.

The crash happened at the intersection of Northeast 25th Avenue and Northeast 38th Street on Saturday at around 7:30 p.m.

Troopers say both women were taken to the hospital, where the 72-year-old woman died.

FHP is asking anyone with information about the hit-and-run to call 1-800-387-1290, or call Crimestoppers of Marion County at 352-369-6880.