Florida HIghway Patrol Crash Police crime

Bicycle Hit and Run in Brooksville Overnight, Troopers Investigating

BROOKSVILLE, Fla. – An overnight hit and run in Brooksville, left a 59-year-old man hospitalized in serious condition.

An unknown hit and run vehicle, believed to be a passenger vehicle, was traveling southbound in the center lane of US-41 approaching the intersection of Southern Hills Boulevard. A 59-year-old Brooksville man on a bicycle, with lights as required by state law, was traveling eastbound and crossing US-41.

As the man crossed the highway, he was struck by a vehicle and who suffered serious injuries and was transported to an area hospital. Following the crash, the involved vehichle fled the scene.

Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact the FHP by calling 813- 558-1800 or *FHP. Those with information may also contact Crime Stoppers at **TIPS.

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