
Florida Highway Patrol Investigates Hit-and-Run in Collier County
The Florida Highway Patrol is currently investigating a hit-and-run incident that occurred in Collier County, specifically in Immokalee. The event transpired on a recent Friday evening when a vehicle struck a pedestrian and fled the scene, leaving the victim in critical condition.
According to reports, the incident took place around 7:30 p.m. near the intersection of State Road 29 and Westclox Street. The pedestrian, whose identity has not yet been released, was immediately transported to a nearby hospital with severe injuries. The Florida Highway Patrol is urging anyone with information about the vehicle or the driver involved to come forward and assist in the investigation.
Hit-and-run incidents pose a significant danger to communities, often resulting in severe injury or death. The Florida Highway Patrol is intensifying efforts to identify and apprehend the responsible driver to ensure justice for the victim and to prevent future occurrences of such reckless behavior.
The investigation remains ongoing, and the Florida Highway Patrol is working diligently to gather evidence and piece together the events leading up to the collision. The community of Immokalee is on high alert, and local residents are encouraged to report any suspicious activity or information that might aid the investigation.