Woman in Marshalltown killed in evening hit-and-run accident, Iowa State Patrol reports

Authorities are actively searching for the unidentified driver of a Dodge Ram pickup truck that struck and killed Melanie Katherine Nelson, 30, in Marshalltown on Saturday, Nov. 1, at 10:05 p. m. Nelson was crossing South Third Avenue, just south of East Main Street, when the accident occurred. The Iowa State Patrol reported the driver fled the scene, leaving Nelson with fatal injuries.

Marshalltown police are collaborating with the state patrol in the investigation, but no further details about the truck or the driver have emerged. This tragic incident highlights the ongoing issues of pedestrian safety and hit-and-run accidents in urban areas. Community members are urged to provide any information that could assist in identifying the driver. The case underscores the importance of road safety and accountability for motorists. Local officials may consider measures to enhance pedestrian safety in response to this incident.