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Authorities in Jacksonville, Florida, are on the hunt for a suspect following a tragic hit-and-run incident that claimed the life of a cyclist early Saturday morning. The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office has identified the suspect’s vehicle as a black Toyota Camry, manufactured between 2012 and 2014, according to initial findings shared by Sgt. Robert Hungerford.
The heartbreaking incident unfolded along the 6500 block of Atlantic Boulevard at approximately 5:20 a.m. The victim, a man in his mid-40s, was cycling westward when he was fatally struck by what witnesses described as a dark sedan.
Emergency services, including Jacksonville Fire Rescue, quickly arrived at the scene. Unfortunately, despite their prompt response, the man was pronounced dead upon their arrival.
The community is urged to assist in locating the vehicle and suspect as the investigation continues. The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office remains committed to seeking justice for the victim and his family.
Jacksonville Fire Rescue paramedics then responded to the scene and pronounced the man dead upon arrival.
“The driver that struck the bicyclist did not stop to render aid, call for help, nor contact police to report the incident,” Hungerford said. “Instead, the suspect vehicle fled the scene southbound on Glynlea Road.”
Based on the initial investigation, Hungerford said the suspect vehicle is a 2012-2014 black Toyota Camry that will have damage to its front end from striking the bicyclist.
Hungerford said Atlantic Boulevard at Glynlea Road will remain closed in both directions until around 10:35 a.m. Saturday, as detectives conduct the on-scene portion of the investigation.
This crash marks the 52nd traffic fatality in Duval County this year, and the 4th involving a bicycle, according to JSO.
Anyone who witnessed the incident or has information about the identity of the driver of the suspect vehicle is asked to contact JSO at 904-630-0500, or email jsocrimetips@jaxsheriff.org. To provide information anonymously, contact Crime Stoppers at 1-866-845-TIPS, where you’ll be eligible for a cash reward.