Pedestrian killed in hitandrun crash on Bruce B. Downs Boulevard: HCSO
Jul 26, 2026
A pedestrian was killed in a hit-and-run crash early Sunday morning on Bruce B. Downs Boulevard, according to the Hillsborough County Sheriffs Office (HCSO).Deputies said HCSO received a 911 call around 12:26 a.m. regarding a ve
hicle-versus-pedestrian crash near 43rd Street.When deputies arrived, they found the victim unresponsive and began lifesaving measures until Hillsborough County Fire Rescue crews arrived and pronounced the person dead, according to a news release.HCSO said the victim had been walking southbound along the northbound curb when an unknown vehicle struck them and fled the scene.The investigation remains active. ...read more read less