Suspect in fatal hit-and-run arrested

Douglas County Sheriff’s Office deputies on Sunday located the suspected vehicle and driver involved in Thursday’s hit-and-run fatality that killed 20-year-old University of Kansas student Elsa McGrain.

Elsa was struck and killed around 6 p.m. while running in the 1700 block of East 1500 Road. The suspected driver left the scene.

Detectives are working with the Douglas County District Attorney’s Office.

The Sheriff’s Office thanks area law enforcement agencies for their assistance in this investigation, as well as members of the community who responded with possible tips and shared information.