A hit-and-run in Lauderdale Lakes has resulted in the tragic loss of a man's life, and authorities are actively seeking the drivers responsible for the incident. According to WSVN, the Broward Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to the crash site in the vicinity of Northwest 35th Avenue and West Oakland Park Boulevard, where the crash occurred around 1:30 a.m. yesterday.
The victim sustained injuries indicative of a vehicular collision and was pronounced dead at the scene by Broward Sheriff Fire Rescue paramedics, investigators say traffic in all directions was halted at the intersection due to the investigation, the motorist who fled the scene has yet to be located, and anyone with any information is urged to reach out to Broward County Crime Stoppers at 954-493-TIPS.
Further details obtained by Boca Post indicated that the pedestrian was not crossing at a crosswalk but was struck while crossing West Oakland Park Boulevard midway through the block. In a disturbing twist, after the initial crash by a car in the inner eastbound lane, witnesses reported that two additional cars hit the pedestrian in the aftermath of the first collision.
For those who might hold information about this incident, Detective Chandler Greetham can be contacted at 954-321-4844, and tips can also be submitted anonymously through the SaferWatch app or by calling Broward Crime Stoppers, potentially qualifying the informant for a cash reward, the community is urged to assist in bringing the individuals involved in this distressing incident to justice.
