FORT LAUDERDALE, FLA. (WSVN) - Police are searching for the drivers involved in two separate hit-and-run crashes in Fort Lauderdale that claimed the lives of a man and a woman.
Fort Lauderdale Police and Fire Rescue crews responded to the scene of the first crash in the area of West Broward Boulevard and Northwest Seventh Avenue, at around 3 a.m., Saturday.
Investigators said a male pedestrian was struck by a dark colored sedan while crossing the street.
He was pronounced dead at the scene.
Just before 7:30 a.m., officials were notified about a second crash in an industrial area along the 900 block of Northwest 10th Avenue, near Sunrise Boulevard.
Investigators said someone spotted the female victim at the scene and contacted authorities.
Police believe a large commercial semi-truck fatally struck the woman during the overnight hours.
Investigators closed off the crime scene while combing for clues.
If you have any information on either hit-and-run, call Fort Lauderdale Police Traffic Homicide Investigator R. Brown at 954-828-5754. You may also call Broward County Crime Stoppers at 954-493-TIPS. Remember, you can always remain anonymous, and you may be eligible for a $3,000 reward. You may
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