Manatee County, FL (October 23, 2019) - A 15-year-old boy was killed in a hit-and-run skateboarding crash in Manatee County on Wednesday, October 23rd. The crash happened around 2:45 a.m. on Manatee River Road near Waterlefe Boulevard.
The skateboarder, who has been identified as Thomas Jaren Croumbley, was attempting to cross Manatee River Road when he was struck by a Toyota Tacoma believed to be a 2012 through 2015 model. Croumbley suffered critical injuries and was later pronounced dead. Police are still looking for the suspect vehicle and believe that it may have heavy front-end damage.
Troopers are still investigating the crash and charges are pending further investigation.
Our thoughts are with the family of the victim who was killed in this hit-and-run crash. About 100,000 hit-and-run crashes area reported in our state every year. This accounts for approximately one-quarter of all traffic accidents. Although not all hit-and-run crashes involve injury, there are many that do. In many instances, the injuries suffered in a hit-and-run are serious, leaving victims with a long road to recovery.
You do not have to go through this process alone. The Florida personal injury attorneys at Rubenstein Law understand what you are going through and we are here to provide you support and assistance during this difficult time. We will protect your legal rights and help you gain the compensation you need to get back on your feet.
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