Driver sought, victim hospitalized after Miami-Dade hit-and-run

MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, Fla. — Police officers in Miami-Dade County are searching for a hit-and-run driver.

Authorities said that driver was heading south near Northwest 15th Avenue and 79th Street late Saturday night.

The driver struck a pedestrian and took off, police said.

The victim was taken to the hospital but officials have not provided an update on that person’s health.

Police believe the suspect was driving a red Honda Pilot with damage to the windshield.

Anyone with information is urged to call Miami-Dade Crime Stoppers at 305-471-TIPS.

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