News

2024

FHP Requests the Public’s Help in Identifying Driver and Occupants Involved in Hit-and-Run Crash on I-4

English
Español




FHP Requests the Public’s Help in Identifying Driver and Occupants Involved in Hit-and-Run Crash on I-4

~Chevy Camaro Flees the Scene After Colliding with, Overturning Hyundai Tucson~

ORANGE COUNTY FLA. – The Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) is requesting assistance from the public to help identify a driver who fled the scene of a crash this week. On July 14, 2024, at approximately 11:00 A.M., FHP responded to a hit-and-run crash with serious injuries on I-4 westbound at mile marker 67. While attempting to change from the center to the inside lane, the front right side of a red 2017 Chevrolet Camaro struck the left rear side of a white 2016 Hyundai Tucson. The impact from this collision caused the Hyundai to run off the roadway onto the right shoulder and overturn.

Witnesses described the three occupants as black or Hispanic males possibly in their early 20s. The driver of the Hyundai, a 20-year-old female, was not transported from the scene.

Following the collision, three occupants in the Camaro fled the scene on foot and were later picked up in a gray or silver colored vehicle, make and model unknown. Witnesses described the three occupants as black or Hispanic males possibly in their early 20s. The driver of the Hyundai, a 20-year-old female, was not transported from the scene.

If you have information regarding this crash, call *FHP (*347) or CRIMELINE at 1-800-423-TIPS (1-800-423-8477).

Leaving the scene of a crash that results in property damage, injury, or death is against the law. The Florida Highway Patrol reminds Floridians about the consequences of leaving the scene of a crash and the challenges law enforcement face when investigating a hit-and-run crash. If involved in a crash, stay at the scene, call for help, and follow these steps:

  1. Remain calm and ensure yourself and any passengers are okay.
  2. If possible, move to the side of the road. If you get out of your vehicle, remove your keys, move off the roadway and remain in a safe area.
  3. Check on others involved. Call 911 if anyone might be injured or a vehicle is inoperable.
  4. If there are no injuries or major property damage, gather information. Obtain the name, driver license, insurance and tag information from the other driver(s). Take photos of the vehicles and information if you can’t write it down and then file a report online.

For more information on hit-and-awareness visit FLHSMV.gov/StayAtTheScene.

Stay at the scene of a crash

###

The Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV) provides highway safety and security through excellence in service, education, and enforcement. Learn more on our website.

The Florida Highway Patrol strives to achieve core values of courtesy, service, and protection. It is FHP’s job to help ensure the safety and welfare of millions of Florida’s residents and visitors every day.

To learn more about FHP or how to become one of Florida’s Finest, visit BeATrooper.com.