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Florida Highway Patrol Searching for Deadly Hit and Run Suspect

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Jacksonville — The Florida Highway Patrol says a 59-year-old man from Crescent City was hit and killed by what they say is a pickup truck while crossing US Highway 17 in Putnam County.

The incident happened just after 5am on US-17 and Gail Drive. The victim was pronounced dead at the scene. He has not been identified.

The report indicates the incident may be a hit and run. There is no information shared about the pickup truck’s make, model, or color. The driver remains unknown.

Anyone with more information is asked to contact Crimestoppers at 866-845-TIPS or the Florida Highway Patrol at *347.

Ben Fridkis

Ben Fridkis

Benjamin Fridkis is overnight producer for the Jacksonville Morning News. He is part of Jacksonville’s largest radio news team that updates and presents the latest stories every weekday morning from 5am to 9am.