Minneapolis Police Seek Public’s Help Locating Vehicle in Fatal Hit-and-Run That Killed 21-Year-Old Woman
Published: March 26th 2026
MINNEAPOLIS MN: Minneapolis police are asking for the public’s help in locating a vehicle believed to be involved in a fatal hit-and-run that killed 21-year-old Seham Hassen.
According to the Minneapolis Police Department, Hassen was crossing Marshall Street Northeast while carrying a bag of food when she was struck by a vehicle traveling at a high rate of speed. The driver did not stop.
Officers from the Second Precinct responded to the crash around 3:10 a.m. on Sunday, March 22, in the 1600 block of Marshall Street NE. Hassen was found with life-threatening injuries and was transported to Hennepin Healthcare. Police say she died the following day, Monday, March 23.
Authorities said Hassen was a student at the University of St. Thomas.
Investigators are searching for a silver or gray four-door sedan believed to have been involved in the crash. The vehicle is expected to have visible damage to the front left portion, including a buckled hood, a downward-facing left headlight, and a missing driver-side mirror. Police say the vehicle is known to travel throughout Minneapolis, Falcon Heights, Lauderdale, and St. Anthony.
No arrests have been made in the case, which remains under investigation (Case No. 26-071175).
Anyone who knows the location of the vehicle or has information about the crash is urged to call 911. Tips can also be submitted to Minneapolis police by emailing policetips@minneapolismn.gov or calling 612-673-5845.
Anonymous tips can be provided through CrimeStoppers by calling 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or submitting information online. Information leading to an arrest and conviction may be eligible for a financial reward.