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Police have released more information about a vehicle involved in a hit-and run that left a 62-year-old man dead.Greenville County Coroner Parks Evans identified the victim as Richard Anthony Hurley of Simpsonville.Simpsonville police said Hurley was walking across Davenport Road at Foxfire Drive just before 7:43 p.m. Thursday.The coroner said Hurley was walking across Davenport Road when he was hit.Hurley was conscious and able to communicate with officers as EMS arrived at the scene. Police would not say what information they got from him.Hurley was taken by EMS to the hospital where he later died from his injuries.Investigators said that the suspect vehicle is possibly a 1999-2002 model Jeep Grand Cherokee. They said the vehicle may have some front-end damage, most likely to the front grille area or headlight area, but it may not be significant damage. The color was initially believed to be red, but investigators are not sure of that.Investigators previously said the vehicle was an imported European-model Jeep Grand Cherokee that may have the steering wheel on the right side. Investigators said Monday they do not know if the steering wheel was converted to a left-hand side after the vehicle was brought into the United States, so they are looking at all Jeep Grand Cherokees within this year range. Chief Keith Grounsell said there are more than 6,000 of those particular vehicles registered in the state, so any assistance to narrow down the search is appreciated. Anyone who sees a vehicle matching the description or who has any information is asked to contact the Simpsonville Police Department immediately at 864-967-9536 or CrimeTips@simpsonvillepd.com. Tipsters can also contact Crime Stoppers at 23-CRIME to provide information pertaining to this case. Callers can remain anonymous.