The Winnipeg Police Service says a 71-year-old woman is dead after she was hit by a car while crossing the street Wednesday night.

Police say the woman was crossing the street in the 1000 block of McPhillips Street around 9:15.

She was taken to hospital in critical condition but has since died as a result of her injuries.

Police say that they believe the woman was struck by a vehicle travelling northbound on McPhillips Street. The vehicle remained on scene following the collision.   

This investigation is continuing by members of the Traffic Division. Investigators are looking for possible witnesses to this collision. Anyone with information that may assist investigators is asked to call 204-986-7085 or Crime Stoppers at 204-786-TIPS (8477).