Apopka police are asking for the public's help tracking down the driver of a white Ford F-150 after a 43-year-old man was struck while trying to cross Orange Blossom Trail near Bradshaw Road on April 26. Officers say the driver took off, and the victim was taken to a hospital, where he remains under medical supervision.
Surveillance Images Released
Investigators have released surveillance images showing a white Ford F-150 and say traffic-homicide detectives have been working to trace the truck's path after the crash. "We've tracked it quite a distance from the scene," Sgt. Clifford MacDonald said, according to WKMG ClickOrlando. Police identified the crash site as the stretch of Orange Blossom Trail near Bradshaw Road and say the man was hit while attempting to cross the roadway.
Neighbors Describe Intersection Risks
People who spend time in the area told reporters the intersection can be a risky place for anyone on foot, and one regular walker said the crash has made him more careful. "It could be very dangerous," Timothy Johnson said to WKMG ClickOrlando, echoing concerns locals raised after the hit-and-run.
How To Help
Anyone with information about the truck or the driver is asked to contact the Apopka Police Department or submit an anonymous tip to Crimeline. The department's public pages list phone numbers and guidance for sharing tips.
Why This Matters
Orange Blossom Trail is a heavily traveled corridor that has seen multiple serious crashes and hit-and-run investigations over the years, a pattern that residents and safety advocates say needs attention. Local television outlets have repeatedly covered dangerous incidents along the route, underscoring long-running safety concerns; see reporting by WFTV as one example.
