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Suspect vehicle found after Ocoee man killed in hit-and-run crash, FHP says
Read full article: Suspect vehicle found after Ocoee man killed in hit-and-run crash, FHP saysA pedestrian lying down on a roadway in Ocoee was fatally struck by a vehicle that left the scene, but was later found, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Florida Highway Patrol seeks driver after Orlando hit-and-run injures scooter rider
Read full article: Florida Highway Patrol seeks driver after Orlando hit-and-run injures scooter riderThe Florida Highway Patrol is seeking the public’s help as it searches for a hit-and-run driver who troopers say struck a 16-year-old girl on a scooter.
Boy dies after hit-and-run crash on I-Drive; more charges pending for driver accused of leaving scene
Read full article: Boy dies after hit-and-run crash on I-Drive; more charges pending for driver accused of leaving sceneAdditional charges are pending against an Orlando man accused of leaving the scene of a crash that involved two teenage boys, one of whom has since died, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Orlando man arrested in hit-and-run crash that left teens badly hurt, FHP says
Read full article: Orlando man arrested in hit-and-run crash that left teens badly hurt, FHP saysAn Orlando man accused of leaving the scene of a crash along International Drive that left a teen with serious injuries and another in critical condition has been arrested.
Arrest made in hit-and-run crash that killed 19-year-old Orlando man, troopers say
Read full article: Arrest made in hit-and-run crash that killed 19-year-old Orlando man, troopers sayA hit-and-run crash Sunday morning in Orange County left a man dead and a woman hurt as Florida Highway Patrol troopers set out to find the driver who ran from the wreck.
No injuries reported in 3-vehicle crash on Florida Turnpike in Lake County, troopers say
Read full article: No injuries reported in 3-vehicle crash on Florida Turnpike in Lake County, troopers sayA three-vehicle crash slowed traffic on the Florida Turnpike in Lake County on Saturday, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Sanford police search for pickup truck in hit-and-run crash that critically injured man
Read full article: Sanford police search for pickup truck in hit-and-run crash that critically injured manSanford police are searching for the suspect vehicle in a hit-and-run crash that left a man critically injured earlier this week.
Man arrested in Casselberry hit-and-run for setting fire to vehicle, police say
Read full article: Man arrested in Casselberry hit-and-run for setting fire to vehicle, police sayTwo months after a man was killed in a hit-and-run while walking his dog, another suspect has been arrested in connection to the crime, according to police.
Arrest made in Orlando hit-and-run that victim filmed, Orange County deputies say
Read full article: Arrest made in Orlando hit-and-run that victim filmed, Orange County deputies sayDontae Styles, 22, was found after a witness who wished to remain anonymous recognized him from the footage and tipped deputies off, according to an arrest affidavit.
23-year-old stuck, killed by multiple vehicles on SR 44
Read full article: 23-year-old stuck, killed by multiple vehicles on SR 44SUMTER COUNTY, Fla. – The Florida Highway Patrol is investigating a fatal hit-and-run that involved two vehicles. Troopers said the incident happened around 11:49 p.m. Friday night just east of County Road 44A. According to FHP, a pickup truck and SUV were driving east on State Road 44 while a pedestrian was walking in the outside lane of the road. The 23-year-old man from Wildwood was struck by both vehicles. Troopers said two other sedans are believed to have also collided with the man and then left the scene of the crash.
DUI suspect, 16, hits 4 teens while trying to flee party at vacation rental home in Davenport, deputies say
Read full article: DUI suspect, 16, hits 4 teens while trying to flee party at vacation rental home in Davenport, deputies sayDAVENPORT, Fla. – A 16-year-old driver from Orange County is facing charges after deputies said he hit four other teens while trying to flee a party at a vacation home in Davenport. Once the teens saw deputies showing up to the party, they quickly began to disperse, according to the sheriff’s office. After the initial crash, the teen drove off and crashed his car about eight miles away on Deen Still Road, deputies said. Detectives with the Polk County Sheriff’s Office said it’s unclear who hosted the party and that more charges could be possible as the investigation continues. “Detectives are still working to determine who was responsible for renting the vacation home, and who invited all of the teens.
Sanford man charged in hit-and-run crash that killed Georgia man, woman
Read full article: Sanford man charged in hit-and-run crash that killed Georgia man, womanSANFORD, Fla. – A Sanford man is facing charges in connection with a hit-and-run crash that killed a Georgia man and his passenger, according to the Florida Highway Patrol. The impact caused Ledlow to lose control of the truck and flip into a ditch, the report said. Ledlow and his 64-year-old passenger, Jane Ledlow, both of Tifton, Georgia, died at the scene, troopers said. Farley fled northbound on I-75 and was later found by troopers at a gas station on State Road 6, according to the report. Troopers said alcohol may have played a role in the crash but test results are still pending.
3 family members die in Florida hit-and-run; driver sought
Read full article: 3 family members die in Florida hit-and-run; driver soughtPALM HARBOR, Fla. – Florida law enforcement searched Sunday for the hit-and-run driver who ran a red light and plowed into a car, killing a married couple and their teenage son. The Florida Highway Patrol said the crash happened late Saturday in Palm Harbor, north of St. Petersburg. That caused the Nissan to spin, ejecting the Johnsons, who were not wearing seat belts. They died at the scene. The Buick’s driver and passenger ran from crash, leaving the car behind.
Woman’s body found in road after fatal hit-and-run crash in Orlando
Read full article: Woman’s body found in road after fatal hit-and-run crash in OrlandoORLANDO, Fla. – A woman was found dead Wednesday night after she was hit by a driver who left the scene, according to Orlando police. Gatling's father, Darin Gatling, said he hasn't slept since learning about his only daughter's death. This doesn't even seem real to me," Darin Gatling said. The victim's father said he wants justice for his daughter. I pray that you will,” Darin Gatling said.
12-year-old boy waiting at Lake County bus stop dragged by hit-and-run driver, deputies say
Read full article: 12-year-old boy waiting at Lake County bus stop dragged by hit-and-run driver, deputies say12-year-old boy waiting at Lake County bus stop dragged by hit-and-run driver, deputies sayPublished: January 21, 2020, 4:43 pmA 12-year-old boy waiting for the school bus in Lake County was seriously injured Tuesday after authorities say a driver hit the victim and then fled the scene.