North City, St. Louis – Heather Crews has been identified as the victim of a fatal hit-and-run on I-70 West near Adelaide. The tragic incident occurred early Thursday morning, October 2, 2025, and authorities are urging anyone with information to come forward. The 38-year-old’s death has sent shockwaves through the community.

According to the St. Louis Police Department, Accident Reconstruction and District 6 Detectives are actively investigating the incident. Early reports indicate that the fatal collision took place around 5:30 a.m., shortly after Heather Crews climbed over a fence near the westbound lanes of I-70 at Adelaide.

Investigators say Heather Crews was walking toward the interstate and paused to wait for traffic to clear. Surveillance and video evidence suggest that she began crossing the interstate when she was first struck by an unknown vehicle. The initial impact set off a chain of events that would ultimately prove fatal.

Police confirmed that after the first vehicle struck her, Heather Crews was subsequently hit by an unknown number of additional vehicles. All drivers involved in the collisions fled the scene immediately. Authorities emphasized that this was a hit-and-run, and no one remained to assist the victim.

Emergency responders arrived quickly but pronounced Heather Crews deceased at the scene. Officers described the incident as particularly tragic, noting that the victim appeared to have been attempting to cross the interstate safely when the accident occurred.

The St. Louis Police Department is asking the public for assistance. Anyone with information about the hit-and-run can contact CrimeStoppers at 866-371-TIPS (8477). Individuals may remain anonymous and could be eligible for a cash reward if their information leads to a felony arrest.

Tips can also be submitted directly to a 6th District detective at 314-444-0001. Investigators are reviewing video footage, witness statements, and vehicle evidence to identify the drivers responsible. Police stressed the importance of community cooperation in solving this case.

Authorities are reminding drivers to remain vigilant and cautious, particularly on busy highways. Hit-and-run incidents not only devastate families but also place other motorists at risk. Officers are urging anyone who may have witnessed the early-morning traffic near Adelaide to come forward.

The family of Heather Crews is mourning the loss of a loved one, and the St. Louis community has expressed deep sorrow over the tragedy. Police and community leaders have shared messages of support, emphasizing the need for justice and accountability.

As the investigation continues, authorities confirmed that all available evidence is being meticulously examined. The goal is to locate the drivers responsible and ensure they face the full extent of the law. Meanwhile, the community continues to grapple with the heartbreak of losing Heather Crews in such a sudden and tragic way.