From the Florida Highway Patrol
Troopers from the Florida Highway Patrol responded to a hit-and-run incident in Osceola County this morning that resulted in the death of a pedestrian.
According to the FHP report, at approximately 4:28 am, an unknown vehicle was traveling southbound on Pleasant Hill Road in the inside lane, south of Earle Court.
At the same time, a 78-year-old Kissimmee man was crossing from an unknown direction in the southbound lane on Pleasant Hill Road, midblock, not in a marked crosswalk, south of Earle Court.
As they approached, the vehicle collided with the pedestrian, who was pronounced deceased at the scene.
The driver fled the scene.
FHP is looking for the vehicle, possibly a 2014-2019 gray Volkswagen Passat believed to have front and left side damage, as well as damage to the driver-side mirror and possibly its windshield.
This is an active criminal investigation.
ANYONE WITH INFORMATION ABOUT THIS CRASH IS ASKED TO CALL FHP AT 407-737-2213 OR CRIMELINE AT 1-800- 423-TIPS.
The FHP did not release the name of the deceased pedestrian.
This is breaking news and may be updated if more details are known.
From the FHP:
Leaving the scene of a crash that results in property damage, injury, or death is against the law. The Florida Highway Patrol is reminding Floridians about the consequences of leaving the scene of a crash and the challenges law enforcement face when investigating a hit-and-run crash. If involved in a crash, stay at the scene, call for help, and follow these steps:
- Make sure you and any passengers are okay. Remain calm.
- If possible, move to the side of the road. Remove your keys if you leave your vehicle, move off the roadway, and stay in a safe area.
- Check on others involved. Call 911 if anyone might be injured or a vehicle is inoperable.
- If there are no injuries or major property damage, gather information. Get the name, driver's license, insurance, and tag information from the other driver(s). Take photos of the vehicles and information if you can’t write it down, and then file a report online.
- Most importantly, always stay at the scene. Leaving the scene of a crash will only make matters worse. Staying at the scene will not only spare a driver significant legal penalties but may save a life.
