Manatee County, FL (March 15, 2020) - Troopers were on the scene of a hit-and-run crash with injuries in Manatee County on Sunday, March 15th.
According to reports, the crash was reported on US 41 near Palm View Road. At least one person was hurt as a result of the collision. The other driver fled the scene before police could arrive. There is no word on the extent of the injuries sustained. Police set up a roadblock at the crash scene while they worked on the site. Drivers were urged to find alternate routes for travel while authorities investigated.
There is no additional information available.
Our thoughts go out to the victim of this hit-and-run crash in Manatee County. Hit-and-run accidents can be devastating experiences for victims and their families. These crashes often take a serious toll, leaving victims with serious injuries, the need for prolonged medical treatment and costly expenses. More than 100,000 hit-and-run crashes occur in Florida each year, which accounts for about one-quarter of all reported collisions.
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