Massachusetts State Police are investigating a fatal hit-and-run in the town of Medford.

Around 5:38 a.m. Sunday, troopers responded to the report of a pedestrian struck on Route 16 westbound. The victim was transported to Massachusetts General Hospital where he was pronounced dead.

Troopers say the vehicle involved in the crash fled from the scene. No description of the vehicle is currently available.

The incident remains under investigation.