NORTHWEST MIAMI-DADE, FLA. (WSVN) - Police are hoping newly released surveillance video will help them locate the driver who fatally struck a pedestrian in Northwest Miami-Dade, Sunday night.
The footage captures a white Toyota RAV4 as it zoomed toward 51-year-old Fritznel Auguste along Northwest Seventh Avenue, near 103rd Street, just after 8:30 p.m.
According to Miami-Dade Police, the vehicle struck Auguste, who was crossing the roadway at the moment of impact, then fled the scene.
Paramedics rushed the victim to Ryder Trauma Center, where he was pronounced dead.
Officials said the SUV has damage to the front and is missing a light fixture on the front left side. The RAV4 alsohas a white cover over one of the rear tires.
The tag number is unknown.
Detectives are planning to hand out fliers at the scene of the crash on Wednesday beginning at 2 p.m.
Investigators are asking anyone who sees the vehicle to come forward.
If you have any information on this fatal hit-and-run, call Miami-Dade Crime Stoppers at 305-471-TIPS. Remember, you can always remain anonymous, and you may be eligible for a $1,000 reward.
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