Viictim identified in Clay County fatal hit-and-run

Click the + Icon To See Additional Sharing Options Shares Authorities in the Clay County Sheriff’s Office are continuing to investigate a fatal hit-and-run involving a pedestrian that occurred on April 13, with new developments including the identification of the victim and the detention of a person of interest. The victim has been identified as 37-year-old Steven C. Notari of Wisconsin. Investigators have also confirmed that a person of interest is currently in custody, though officials emphasize that the investigation remains active and ongoing. Based on evidence collected at the scene, detectives believe the suspect vehicle is a 2013 to 2018 Ford Focus. Authorities noted that the vehicle likely sustained fresh damage in the incident. The investigation began at approximately 7:10 a.m. April 13, when a semitruck driver traveling on Interstate 35 reported seeing an individual lying on adjacent Edgar Petty Road, just north of NE 116th Street. Deputies arrived at the scene within four minutes and discovered a deceased man in the roadway. Preliminary findings indicated the individual had been struck by an unknown vehicle that left the scene. Edgar Petty Road was closed for several hours as investigators worked to document and process the crash site. The Platte County Sheriff’s Office assisted in surveying the scene. Authorities continue to seek information related to the incident. Individuals with knowledge of the case are encouraged to contact the Clay County Sheriff’s Investigations Unit at 816-407-3728 or the TIPS Hotline at 816-474-TIPS (8477). Callers may remain anonymous. Post Views: Share this: Tweet Share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window) Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor Share on Bluesky (Opens in new window) Bluesky Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Print (Opens in new window) Share on Tumblr Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Related Click the + Icon To See Additional Sharing Options Shares Shares Sharing Email this article Print this article