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Pedestrian dies after getting hit by car, driver leaves the scene

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JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — According to the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office, a dark blue four-door sedan was driving westbound on King Street as a pedestrian was crossing the road.

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The sedan struck the pedestrian and then left the scene.

The driver did not call 911 or call for help.

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Jacksonville Fire and Rescue responded and transported the victim to a local hospital where they were pronounced dead.

This is the 134th traffic fatality in Duval County this year.

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JSO asks that anyone with information on this incident call 904-630-0500 or call CrimeStoppers at 866-845-TIPS and they may be eligible for a cash reward.

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