Belleview, FL (September 21, 2020) - A man was killed in a hit-and-run crash that took place in Bellewview on Monday, September 21st. The crash was reported around 7:00 a.m. on SE 112th Street.

According to the Florida Highway Patrol, the 58-year-old female victim was hit by a vehicle that drove off after the crash. Rescue workers arrived and pronounced the victim dead at the scene. The vehicle involved is believed to be a gray or silver Dodge Durango that is expected to have damage to its front end or hood area. There is no further information available at this time.

We would like to extend our most sincere condolences to the victim's family following this accident in Belleview.

Last year in Florida, there were approximately 105,000 hit-and-run crashes in our state. Hit-and-run accidents in Florida account for about 25% of all total reported accidents. These crashes are becoming more and more common and, sadly, they often lead to serious injuries

Rubenstein Law is dedicated to serving individuals & families injured by the negligence of others. We know first-hand the heartbreak that can be left behind after an accident. In our news blog, we write about cases of personal injury relevant to our line of work, and we report on news of judgments and appellate cases that affect the rights of personal injury claimants. We feel a responsibility to raise awareness of the injury and tragic loss of life occurring across our state every day.

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