MELBOURNE, Fla. — Troopers in Brevard County are investigating a deadly hit-and-run crash from over the weekend.
A 15-year-old boy from Melbourne died after a hit-and-run crash involving an electric scooter on Father’s Day.
The deadly crash happened around 3:50 a.m. at Viera Boulevard and Independence Avenue in Brevard County.
The victim was pronounced dead at Arnold Palmer Hospital.
The vehicle that struck the teenager was identified as a 2009 Hyundai Genesis and fled the scene after the crash, troopers said.
Troopers said a vehicle matching the description and with damage consistent with the crash was located approximately 1.5 miles south of the scene.
The Florida Highway Patrol is currently conducting a criminal investigation into the incident.
Troopers said the crash remains an active criminal investigation.
Channel 9 is gathering more information and will provide updates on Eyewitness News.
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