Man killed in hit-and-run crash in Orange County, troopers say
The Brief
Troopers are searching for the driver involved in a fatal hit-and-run crash that occurred late Thursday night in Orange County.
A 76-year-old man walked into the path of a vehicle traveling on W Holden Road and was struck, later dying from his injuries at a local hospital.
Witnesses reported the vehicle was likely a white minivan.
ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. - The Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) is searching for the driver involved in a deadly hit-and-run that occurred late Thursday night in Orange County.
What we know
Troopers said the crash happened around 10:15 p.m. at the intersection of W Holden Avenue and S Orange Blossom Trail.
According to a news release, a vehicle was traveling westbound on W Holden Road when a 76-year-old Orlando man, who was not using a marked crosswalk, walked into the westbound lanes and into the path of the vehicle.
The vehicle struck the man, who was transported to a local hospital, where he later died from his injuries.
The driver fled the scene following the crash.
Witnesses reported that the vehicle was likely a white minivan. Investigators believe it may be a white Toyota Sienna with damage to the front left headlight.
Anyone with information about the crash is urged to contact FHP.
What we don't know
The exact model and year of the vehicle involved remains unclear.
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