From the Florida Highway Patrol
Troopers from the Florida Highway Patrol responded to a hit-and-run incident in Osceola County last night that resulted in the death of a pedestrian.
According to the FHP report, at approximately 11:50 pm, a 2000 Chevrolet Silverado was traveling southbound on Poinciana Boulevard at Irlo Bronson Memorial Highway.
At the same time, a 37-year-old Kissimmee woman was walking in a westerly direction from the east shoulder to the west shoulder of Poinciana Boulevard at Irlo Bronson Memorial Highway. As they approached, the pedestrian walked into the direct path of the vehicle and not in a marked crosswalk. As a result, the vehicle collided with the pedestrian.
After the collision, the driver fled the scene in the vehicle.
The pedestriasn was pronounced deceased at the scene of the collision.
The vehicle was later found in a nearby parking lot in the area.
There is no further information regarding the driver who left the scene. Anyone with information about this crash is asked to call the FHP at 407/737-2213 or Crimeline at 800/423-TIPS.
This crash remains under investigation.
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.
