Miami, FL (August 26, 2020) - Police in Miami are investigating after a fatal hit-and-run crash on Wednesday. The incident took place on Northeast 79th Street near US 1.

According to reports, a pedestrian was walking on 79th Street when they were struck by a vehicle in the area. The driver of the vehicle fled the scene before police could arrive. The pedestrian, who has not been identified at this time, was pronounced dead at the crash scene. Officials are still looking for the driver at this time. The pedestrian's identity has not been released. 

Officials are investigating the accident at this time. No additional details are available.

Hit-and-run accidents continue to be a major issue in Florida. Last year, there were approximately 105,000 hit-and-run crashes reported in our state. This number amounts to about 25% of all reported crashes. A Florida hit-and-run accident can leave victims suffering from serious injuries or can be fatal in the worst-case scenario. Most hit-and-run crashes are caused by driver negligence and these drivers flee the scene aware of the fact that they have caused a serious crash.

Our condolences go out to the victim's family following this hit-and-run accident in Miami. 

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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