Crime & Safety
Hit-And-Run Driver Sought in Fatal Bicycle Crash
Police believe the hit-and-run driver who struck a bicyclist in Kendall was in a dark vehicle based on evidence at the scene.
KENDALL, FL — The Florida Highway Patrol is looking for a hit-and-run driver who struck a bicyclist over the weekend at Kendall Drive and SW 140 Avenue. The victim was found in a median behind some bushes. The bicycle was found nearby.
Lt. Yosdany Veloz of Florida Highway Patrol said that police believe the driver was in a dark vehicle based on evidence at the scene. He said the body was found at noon on Saturday. (Sign up for our free Daily Newsletters and Breaking News Alerts for the Pinecrest Patch.)
"At this time we are seeking the public assistance as to anyone witnessing the hit-and-run crash, which can provide information to this investigation," Veloz said.
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