Hit-and-run involving pedestrian

Date: December 3, 2021

Case #: 2021-10545

On November 30, 2021, at approximately 5:50 PM, a crash occurred in the 900 block of 1st St W involving a vehicle and pedestrian. Per witnesses, the pedestrian was seen outside the crosswalk walking east across 1st St, where crossing is not permitted. Cars in two of the three lanes of travel slowed to avoid hitting the pedestrian. A vehicle in the third lane was unable to slow, and hit the pedestrian. The crash vehicle, described as a white Chevrolet Tahoe with dark tinted windows and chrome rims, left the scene. The vehicle will have extensive front-end damage.

The pedestrian is still in critical condition at a local hospital.

Anyone who may have information regarding this incident is asked to contact Officer Shelby Ostertag at (941) 909-4752. You may also email your information to BPDTIPS@BRADENTONPD.COM or remain anonymous and be eligible for a cash reward of up to $3,000, call Crime Stoppers (toll-free) 1-866-634-8477 (TIPS) or send an anonymous E-Tip thru the web at www.manateecrimestoppers.com.