ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) - Florida Highway Patrol says the state has seen an increase of fatal hit-and-run crashes during the last two years, and they're raising awareness to decrease the numbers.
The agency is partnering with Florida Sheriffs Association, the Florida Police of Chiefs Association and the Florida Department of Transportation to combat the problem. The campaign aims to reduce the number of hit-and-run crashes in Florida by educating drivers on their responsibilities if involved in a crash and the consequences they face if they leave a crash scene.
“Hit-and-run crashes are a growing problem in Florida,” said FHP Director, Col. David Brierton. “Florida had nearly 70,000 hit-and-run crashes last year. We hope the education awareness campaign and our partnerships with Florida law enforcement agencies and FDOT will help us meet our mission goals of traffic safety.”
For more information about hit-and-run crash facts and tips, visit www.flhsmv.gov/fhp/HitRun.
