Sarasota police investigation: Hit-and-run leaves pedestrian with serious injuries

SARASOTA, Fla. - A pedestrian suffered serious injuries in a hit-and-run crash near 10th Street and Cocoanut Avenue early Sunday, forcing police to shut down a stretch of the road for hours, according to police.

Sarasota hit-and-run investigation

What we know:

The Sarasota Police Department first alerted drivers to the crash at 4:22 a.m. Sunday, according to a traffic alert. Officers responded to the intersection of 10th Street and Cocoanut Avenue, where a vehicle hit a pedestrian and left the scene.

At 6:54 a.m., police said they confirmed that 10th Street remained closed between Cocoanut Avenue and Central Avenue as officers continued investigating the scene. Authorities are asking drivers to avoid the area and use alternate routes.

Unknown details about the crash

What we don't know:

Police have not yet released a description of the vehicle or driver involved in the crash. Officials also have not shared the pedestrian's name, age or current medical condition beyond stating the injuries are serious.

How to help police

What you can do:

Investigators are asking anyone who witnessed the crash or has information to come forward. You can contact the Sarasota Police Department Traffic Unit at 941-263-6773 or 941-316-1199.

The Source:  The information in this story was gathered from traffic alerts issued by the Sarasota Police Department.