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FHP: Driver sought after Orlando mother, 4 children injured in Orange County hit-and-run

Troopers with the Florida Highway Patrol said they are searching for a driver who struck an Orlando woman and her four children with a car, then drove away.
The crash happened at about 10 p.m. Monday on North Pine Hills Road and El Trio Way near Evans High School, troopers said.
Orange County Fire Rescue said the victims were left lying on the road.

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The woman and three of her her children, ranging in age from 7 months to 4 years old, were taken to a hospital and are recovering from minor injuries, FHP said. Another child is in serious condition, according to officials. 

Troopers said the victims were crossing Pine Hills Road in a marked crosswalk.

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Witnesses told FHP and Orange County Fire Rescue that they saw a silver vehicle hit the victims, then speed away.
Troopers said anyone with information on the car involved in the crash is asked to call Crimeline at 800-423-8477.

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