A pedestrian was killed in a hit-and-run crash on 14th Street in Bradenton, police say
A pedestrian was hit and killed early Saturday morning in a hit-and-run accident on 14th Street West in Bradenton, the Bradenton Police Department said in a press release.
The deadly accident happened at 6:40 a.m.
According to the release, a man was attempting to cross 14th Street West near 21st Avenue West when he was hit by a driver heading southbound.
The man, who was around 60 years old, was pronounced dead at the scene, the release said.
The driver fled the scene in either a dark-colored BMW or Honda with damage to the front hood and sides of the vehicle, the release said.
Anyone who may have been in the area or has additional information regarding the crash or suspect vehicle should contact Officer Shelby Gardner with the Bradenton Police Department
Traffic Unit at 941-932-9300 or leave an anonymous tip with Crime Stoppers by calling 866-634-8477 (TIPS) or online at www.manateecrimestoppers.com.
This story was originally published April 1, 2023 at 12:49 PM.
