From the Florida Highway Patrol
Troopers from the Florida Highway Patrol responded to a collision in Volusia County this morning that resulted in the death of a pedestrian and a driver who fled the scene.
According to the FHP report, at approximately 1 am, a 2005 Ford F-250 was traveling northbound on US-17 north of Spring Garden Avenue.
At the same time, a 21-year-old Orange City woman was walking south on the east grass shoulder of US-17.
As it advanced, the vehicle traveled off the roadway onto the shoulder and struck the woman.
After the collision, the driver fled the scene northbound on US-17.
The pedestrian was pronounced deceased on the scene.
Witnesses provided a description of the vehicle, which the Volusia County Sheriff's Office later located at the registered owner's address. FHP troopers have taken the vehicle into evidence, with damage consistent with the collision.
The owner (possible driver) is cooperating with investigators.
Anyone with information regarding this crash is asked to contact FHP (*347) OR CRIMELINE AT 1-800-423-TIPS.
Charges are pending, and the crash remains under investigation.
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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 it may save a life.
