Hollywood, FL (March 18, 2020) - A pedestrian was injured in a hit-and-run crash while walking his dog in Hollywood. The crash took place at the intersection of North 69th Avenue and McKinley Street.
According to reports, Jorge Fernandez was walking at the intersection when he was struck by a driver traveling in the opposite direction. The driver fled the scene after striking Fernandez and was not present when police arrived at the scene. Fernandez was taken to Memorial Regional Hospital with serious injuries. Officers are currently looking for a silver Hyundai Elantra in connection with the incident.
Anyone with information is asked to call the Broward County Crime Stoppers at 954-493-TIPS.
Hit-and-run crashes continue to be a serious issue in Florida. Last year, there were about 105,000 of these collisions reported across our state. The numbers continue to rise each year and more innocent victims are killed or seriously injured due to this negligent and reckless driving behavior.
We wish to extend our most sincere sympathies to the family of Jorge Fernandez during this difficult time.
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