Driver flees after fatally striking man, 34, on OBT in Orange County

ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. — Florida Highway Patrol troopers are investigating a deadly hit-and-run crash Friday morning in Orange County.

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The crash happened around 2:38 a.m. on South Orange Blossom Trail near Town Center Boulevard.

Troopers said the crash had all southbound lanes of Orange Blossom Trail shut down for several hours as they investigated the crash.

Troopers said a 34-year-old Orlando man was hit by a vehicle while he was crossing the road on foot.

The driver who hit the man then fled the scene, according to FHP.

Troopers said a piece of the damaged car was left at the scene.

The hit-and-run driving may have been behind the wheel of a silver 2004 to 2008 Toyota Solara.

Troopers said the car should have damage to the front grill, bumper and hood.

Anyone with information on the crash is asked to call FHP at 407-737-2213 or Crimeline at 1-800-423-TIPS(8477.)

Channel 9 has a crew working to gather more details and will provide updates on Eyewitness News.

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