Two vehicles involved in hit and run crash near NE Florida Regional Airport

By Rich Jones and Kristine Bellino

December 18, 2025 at 6:49 am EST

SJSO Hit and Run Investigation 12182025 Photo Credit: Kristine Bellino (The original photo has been edited to blur out the face of one individual.) St Johns County Sheriff's Office SJSO Hit and Run Investigation 12182025 Photo Credit: Kristine Bellino (The original photo has been edited to blur out the face of one individual.) St Johns County Sheriff's Office (Kristine Bellino /Photo Credit: Kristine Bellino)

By Rich Jones and Kristine Bellino

December 18, 2025 at 6:49 am EST

Jacksonville, FL — WOKV is following a developing story in St. Johns County. A hit and run crash near Northeast Florida Regional Airport on U.S. 1 involved two vehicles early this morning.

The St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office reports the suspect vehicle has been located.

We are working to find out the extent of possible injuries. A spokesperson for the St. Johns Sheriff’s Office said the suspect was driving under the influence.

A WOKV reporter who passed by the crash this morning saw what appeared to be one person being detained by deputies.

This is a developing story, refresh for updates.

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Rich Jones is the Host of Jacksonville’s Morning News. Rich joined WOKV in October 2006. Rich is involved in many community organizations and causes. Rich and his wife, Noelle, have three children: Avery, Harper and Austen.