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Jacksonville Sheriff's Office Seeks Public's Help to Identify SUV in Hit and Run on Firestone Road

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Published on May 02, 2025
Jacksonville Sheriff's Office Seeks Public's Help to Identify SUV in Hit and Run on Firestone RoadSource: Unsplash/ Michael Förtsch

The Jacksonville Sheriff's Office has issued a public plea via social media, seeking assistance in the investigation of a hit-and-run incident that left a young man in critical condition. A 24-year-old was struck by a black SUV on Firestone Road, near the intersection with 103rd Street, just after midnight on April 21. The department released a video captured moments after the accident, showing the vehicle making a left turn onto Harlow Boulevard. "Due to the nature of the crash, we don’t believe the vehicle was damaged when it hit the man," the Sheriff's Office stated in a Facebook post. They are asking anyone who may recognize the vehicle or know the driver to come forward.

Authorities have provided contact details for those who might have information relevant to the case. The public can contact the Jacksonville Sheriff's Office directly at 904.630.0500. For those who wish to remain anonymous, there is the option to call First Coast Crime Stoppers at 1.866.845.TIPS. People providing helpful tips may be eligible for a reward, adding an incentive for someone to step forward with information. In an effort to spread the search further, the Sheriff’s Office has encouraged sharing the post even if individuals do not recognize the SUV.

The Jacksonville Sheriff's Office has shared video footage on Facebook showing a black SUV involved in a hit-and-run incident that left a 24-year-old in critical condition. The victim was struck on Firestone Road just after midnight on April 21 and is currently in the hospital. While the video’s visibility is limited, authorities hope it may help identify the vehicle or driver. The Sheriff's Office is urging anyone with information to come forward.