One life claimed in crash with hit-and-run suspect in West Palm Beach
WEST PALM BEACH, FL – A 27-year-old man died after he was hit by two vehicles, one of which fled the scene while crossing Broadway and 40th Street Sunday.
This collision happened after 9:30 p.m. on the southbound lanes, CBS-12 said. The man was first struck by an SUV. That driver immediately fled the scene, and a short time later, the pedestrian was hit by a Toyota Camry.
The driver of the Toyota waited for police to arrive at the scene and cooperated with investigators while an ambulance rushed the walker, later identified as Ronaldo Hernandez-Velasquez, from Riviera Beach to St. Mary’s Trauma Center. There, Hernandez-Velasquez succumbed to fatal wounds.
The SUV driver is going to be met with criminal charges for fleeing the scene of a crash that resulted in death.
The West Palm Beach Police Department launched an investigation and is actively working to find out the identity of the fleeing motorist.
The public is asked to contact West Palm Beach Traffic Homicide unit or Crime Stoppers of Palm Beach County at the phone numbers directly listed in the source if they have more information. If an arrest is made, citizens could be entitled to a $3,000 reward bestowed upon by Crime Stoppers.
The West Palm Beach pedestrian accident lawyers of Schuler, Weisser, Zoeller, Overbeck & Baxter P.A. have provided this story for informational purposes only, and it should not be construed as legal advice. However, if you or someone you love has been injured in a collision that was someone else’s fault, we would like to discuss your options for pursuing financial compensation at your convenience. Contact our offices today for a free consultation by calling 561.689.8180 or filling out our online contact form.
