Pitt Medical Student Killed in Pennsylvania Hit-and-Run Crash

Anirudh Nangunoori died on Interstate 80 in Centre County after multiple vehicles struck him in a hit-and-run.

Key Clinical Takeaways:

• Anirudh Nangunoori, a first-year University of Pittsburgh medical student, died at the scene on Interstate 80.
• Pennsylvania State Police determined a vehicle struck him first, followed by several additional vehicles.
• All vehicles involved left the scene, prompting an appeal for information.

Pedestrian Fatality on Interstate 80

Pennsylvania State Police responded to Interstate 80 in Snow Shoe Township following reports of a pedestrian lying along the roadway. Officials identified the victim as Anirudh Nangunoori, a first-year student at the University of Pittsburgh’s Health Sciences School of Medicine.

Investigators determined that Nangunoori was struck by an initial vehicle and subsequently hit by several additional vehicles. Authorities confirmed that all of the vehicles involved left the scene.

Search for Involved Drivers

Anyone with information regarding the incident is asked to contact the PSP Rockview station at 814-355-7545.

University Support Services

The University of Pittsburgh’s Health Sciences School of Medicine released a statement addressing the student body following the fatality. The university outlined available mental health support for affected students.

“We have a strong community, one that comes together especially in times of need. We ask that you look for ways to support each other during this very sad time,” the statement read in part.

The university said that a professional staff member is available to speak with students 24/7 without an appointment, and the University Counseling Center maintains no waitlist for clinicians. Students can reach the counseling center by calling +1-412-648-7930 or by visiting during drop-in hours from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday.