Hyderabad, April 18 -- A 23-year-old Indian student in the US lost her life in a hit-and-run accident in Denton, Texas.

The incident occurred on April 12 when the woman who hailed from Andhra Pradesh was walking home with a friend.

Details of hit-and-run accident in US

Deepthi and her friend were hit by a dark-colored sedan in the early hours of the morning on Carril Al Lago Drive.

After the accident, the driver fled the scene leaving both women injured. While Deepthi suffered a fatal head injury, her friend survived. However, Deepthi's friend required immediate surgery.

In order to track down the responsible driver, the local authorities have launched an investigation.

Indian student was pursuing master's in US

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