The Florida Highway Patrol is searching for a driver who fled the scene of a fatal hit-and-run crash that claimed the life of a 53-year-old Palmetto woman Friday night.
The crash occurred at approximately 11:12 p.m. on November 13, near the intersection of U.S. 41 and Bayshore Road in Manatee County.
According to the Florida Highway Patrol, an unidentified vehicle was traveling southbound in the inside lane of U.S. 41 when it struck the woman as she attempted to cross the roadway.
The pedestrian sustained fatal injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene. Authorities have not released her identity.
Following the collision, the driver left the scene without stopping. Investigators believe the vehicle involved may be a white 2021–2023 Kia K5 with damage to the front left side.
The Florida Highway Patrol continues to investigate the crash and is working to identify and locate the driver. The driver remains the subject of a criminal investigation.
Troopers are asking anyone who may have witnessed the crash, observed a vehicle matching the description, or has information that could assist investigators to contact the Florida Highway Patrol by dialing *FHP (*347) or reaching out to Crime Stoppers.
The investigation remains ongoing.