NORTHWEST MIAMI-DADE, FLA. (WSVN) - In an incident that occurred in the early hours of Thursday, a pedestrian was struck and killed by a speeding vehicle that fled the scene without rendering aid or providing information. The victim has been identified as 36-year-old Felix Benitez.
The fatal hit-and-run took place as Benitez was crossing Northwest 32nd Avenue at Northwest 103rd Street in Miami. Around 3:45 a.m. an unidentified southbound vehicle on 32nd Avenue crashed into him.
Benitez was rushed to Jackson Memorial Hospital following the incident but unfortunately succumbed to his injuries.
Authorities from the Miami-Dade Police Department are seeking the public’s assistance in apprehending the driver responsible for this hit-and-run. A description of the suspect vehicle is believed to be a sedan, which should have noticeable damage to its hood and windshield as a result of the collision.
Officials urge anyone with relevant information to come forward and assist in the investigation.
Miami-Dade Police Department Homicide Detective N. Perez Jr. can be reached at (305) 471-2425 for anyone with information regarding the incident.
Those wishing to remain anonymous may contact Miami-Dade County Crime Stoppers at 305-471-TIPS or visit www.CrimeStoppers305.com and select “Submit a Tip.” Crime Stoppers is also available on Facebook and on the P3 app. Apple users can download the app here and Android users may do so here.
A reward of up to $5,000 is being offered to anyone whose tip leads to the arrest of the subject(s). The anonymity of all callers is strictly maintained.
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