Charlotte County, FL (August 8, 2021) - A 30-year-old bicyclist sustained critical injuries in a crash that took place in Charlotte County on Saturday night. The accident was reported around 11:00 p.m. on Bermont Road near the intersection with Bronco Road.
The Florida Highway Patrol responded to the accident scene. According to troopers, a car was traveling westbound on Bermont when it struck the bicyclist. The car did not stop at the scene. The bicyclist, who was not identified, suffered critical injuries in the accident and was transported to a local hospital for treatment. There is no description of the vehicle or the suspect available at this time.
Anyone with any information regarding the accident is asked to contact the FHP or Crime Stoppers. There are no further details available.
Hit-and-run accidents take place in Florida multiple times per day. In 2019, hit-and-run crashes accounted for more than 20% of all total reported car accidents in our state. A Florida hit-and-run crash can lead to serious and devastating injuries for victims.
Our thoughts and condolences go out to those affected by this hit-and-run crash in Charlotte County. We hope that the victim is able to make a full recovery.
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