The Florida Highway Patrol is actively conducting a search for a driver implicated in a lethal hit-and-run incident on Interstate 95 in Jacksonville. In the early hours of Thursday morning, a pedestrian was struck by a vehicle now identified as a 2016-2019 Ford Explorer, which subsequently fled the scene, leaving the victim to succumb to their injuries on I-95 northbound, in the vicinity of Edgewood Avenue. The time of the crash was approximately 12:35 a.m., as reported by News4JAX.
Details provided by the Florida Highway Patrol describe the suspect's vehicle as either black or gray with noticeable damage to the right front bumper and a missing passenger side mirror. Individuals with any relevant information are being urged to come forward to assist in the ongoing investigation. This appeal for public assistance was corroborated by a similar report made by Action News Jax, which also stressed the gravity of the situation and the dire need for witnesses to make a critical difference in the search.
FHP Jacksonville, highlighting the urgency of the search, took to social media to disseminate information about the suspect's vehicle. A post from FHP Jacksonville X account, included an image of a vehicle similar to the one involved, emphasizing it was a black or gray 2016-2019 Ford Explorer with distinct right-side damage. This is an effort to leverage the public's widespread network and keen eyes that could potentially spot the damaged SUV. Interested parties who might have seen anything or anyone in possession of further details have been prompted to reach out.
⚠️⚠️ Hit & Run Fatality - Duval County ⚠️⚠️
— FHP Jacksonville (@FHPJacksonville) September 12, 2024
We are looking for a 2016-2019 Ford Explorer (Black or Grey) w/ right front damage to bumper area. The passenger side mirror is missing as well. (similar vehicle pictured below) The vehicle struck and killed a pedestrian on I-95 NB > pic.twitter.com/Y7ONLhguGT
Hit-and-run incidents are a major challenge for law enforcement and deeply impact communities. Resolving this case is crucial for the victim’s family and the Jacksonville community, who are waiting for justice. If you have any information, please contact the Florida Highway Patrol; you can do so anonymously. Finding the driver is important for both the family’s closure and upholding justice and accountability in our society.
