HOLLYWOOD, FLA. (WSVN) - Authorities in Hollywood are investigating a hit-and-run that led to one fatality.

The incident happened near the Hollywood Hard Rock Casino and Hotel along U.S. Highway 441 and Sterling Road, Wednesday, just before 6 a.m.

Video footage showed police cruisers blocking off one lane, causing traffic delays in the far right lane.

Officials said a pedestrian was hit by a car on the roadway. The driver of the vehicle did not stay at the scene.

7SkyForce captured the scene above where the body could be seen covered with a tarp.

Police are hoping witnesses come forward with a description of the car involved.

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