Tampa, FL (April 23, 2019) - A suspected hit-and-run crash was reported on Tuesday, April 23rd. The crash happened on East Davis Boulevard, near Biscayne Avenue.
According to reports, the pedestrian was walking in the area when they were struck by a vehicle. The vehicle then fled the scene following the crash. A witness followed the vehicle and assisted law enforcement with the apprehension of the driver. The pedestrian, who was not been identified, was taken to a local hospital for treatment. The driver of the hit-and-run vehicle was also not identified.
Tampa police officers believe that alcohol played a role in the crash. Charges are pending at this time.
Being involved in a hit-and-run injury crash can be extremely frustrating. Not only are you suffering pain from your injuries, but it is also frustrating to know that the responsible driver chose to leave the scene following the crash. In Florida, all drivers have a legal responsibility to remain on the scene of an accident involving injury or property damage. Unfortunately, some drivers choose not to follow the law.
If you have been the victim of a hit-and-run crash, finding compensation can be a challenge. The Florida car accident attorneys at Rubenstein Law understand the difficulties faced by hit-and-run crash victims. Since 1988, we have worked on behalf of innocent victims to obtain compensation in the wake of a hit-and-run accident.
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