Homosassa, FL (April 15, 2023) - A bicyclist was hurt in a hit-and-run accident that took place in Homosassa on Friday, April 14th. The crash occurred around 10:25 p.m. on West Grover Cleveland Boulevard.

According to a report from the Florida Highway Patrol, a sedan was traveling eastbound on Grover Cleveland Boulevard when it struck a bicyclist traveling in the same direction. The bicyclist was thrown from his bike and was airlifted to a nearby hospital with serious injuries. He was later identified as a 49-year-old man from Homosassa. The sedan failed to stop at the scene. Authorities are still searching for the driver at this time.

The crash remains under investigation. There is no additional information available.

Hit-and-run accidents take place every day across Florida. These are among the most serious types of collisions that we see as drivers usually flee the scene attempting to avoid responsibility for their actions. When an accident takes place, it must be closely investigated in order to determine the cause. In the case of a hit-and-run, police must also make efforts to locate the driver in order to decide if charges will be filed.

Our thoughts and best wishes are with those affected by this hit-and-run accident in Homosassa.

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