Manatee County, FL (August 14, 2020) - The Florida Highway Patrol responded to a hit-and-run crash in Manatee County on Friday, August, 14th. Troopers were called to the scene on 53rd Avenue around 8:30 p.m.

When they arrived on the scene, officials discovered that at least one person had been injured in the crash, although the extent of the victim's injuries was not immediately known. The driver who caused the crash fled the scene prior to the arrival of troopers. No information was given on the suspect or whether any arrests had been made. The crash caused a roadblock as it blocked the scene and drivers were urged to use caution and find alternate routes of travel if possible. 

No further information is available at this time. 

Our thoughts go out to the victim of this hit-and-run crash in Manatee County. Hit-and-run accidents can be devastating experiences for victims and their families. These crashes often take a serious toll, leaving victims with serious injuries, the need for prolonged medical treatment, and costly expenses. More than 100,000 hit-and-run crashes occur in Florida each year, which accounts for about one-quarter of all reported Florida traffic accidents.

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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