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Troopers seek truck involved in fatal hit and run on U.S. 19 in Pasco

 
Published July 31, 2015

A person walking on U.S. 19 in Port Richey was hit by a truck and killed Tuesday night, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

The unidentified pedestrian was struck and dragged more than 40 feet near Ja Mar Boulevard, troopers said. The driver fled. The crash happened about 11:09 p.m.

Troopers are looking for a late-model red Dodge pickup with damage to the front right quarter. It was heading northbound in the outside turn lane on the right side of the roadway, according to the FHP.

Investigators asked anyone with information to call (813) 631-4020 or to contact Crime Stoppers.