TARPON SPRINGS, Fla. – A 17-year-old female from Pompano Beach crossing U.S. Hwy 19, was struck by a Toyota Pickup truck traveling Northbound near the intersection of Klosterman Rd.
Police say the truck then fled from the scene.
The teen was pronounced dead at the scene, and police have contacted her next of kin.
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“We are looking for a 2014-2017 Silver Toyota Tundra pick-up truck, last seen traveling Northbound on U.S. Hwy 19 , with front end damage,” said TSPD.
Any witnesses are asked to call Cpl. John Gibson or Officer Steve Gassen at 727-938-2849.
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