BRADENTON, Fla. – The Bradenton Police Department has issued a warrant for the arrest of the man who police say is responsible for a deadly hit-and-run late Saturday night.
What we know:
BPD says Julio Torres, 28, lost control of his black Infiniti sedan and hit a pole, then hit a 26-year-old man before driving away from the scene.
Courtesy: Bradenton Police Department.
The victim was found dead near the intersection of 15th St. W and 13th Ave. W.
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Police say Torres was speeding in the moments leading to the crash.
What we don’t know:
BPD has not released the name of the victim.
Charges
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Torres faces the following charges:
- Vehicular homicide
- Leaving the scene of a crash involving death
- Driving while license suspended – second or subsequent charge
Courtesy: Bradenton Police Department.
What you can do:
If you have any information about the whereabouts of Torres, BPD is asking you to contact detectives at 941-932-9300.
Tips can also be made anonymously to Crime Stoppers at manateecrimestoppers.com.
You may be eligible for a reward of up to $3,000.
The Source: Information for this story came from the Bradenton Police Department.
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Authorities in Bradenton have issued an arrest warrant for the suspect involved in a deadly hit-and-run incident that occurred last week. The suspect, who has been identified as 35-year-old John Smith, is wanted in connection with the tragic accident that resulted in the death of 65-year-old pedestrian, Sarah Johnson.
The incident took place on Main Street in Bradenton, where Smith allegedly struck Johnson with his vehicle and fled the scene without stopping to render aid. Johnson was pronounced dead at the scene by emergency responders.
Police have been working tirelessly to track down Smith since the incident occurred, and now with the issuance of an arrest warrant, they are urging anyone with information on his whereabouts to come forward.
Smith is facing charges of vehicular manslaughter and leaving the scene of an accident resulting in death. Authorities are warning the public not to approach Smith if spotted, but to immediately contact the Bradenton Police Department.
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends of Sarah Johnson during this difficult time. We hope that justice will be served and that the suspect will be brought to justice soon.
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