Bradenton Man Succumbs to Injuries After Hit-and-Run on U.S. 41, Investigation Ongoing

A 49-year-old Bradenton man, critically injured in a hit-and-run earlier this month, has died from his injuries, according to the Florida Highway Patrol (FHP). The crash occurred in the early hours of September 2 on U.S. Highway 41.

The man was reportedly found lying in the travel lane of the 5100 block when a northbound vehicle struck him and left the scene. Emergency responders rushed the victim to the hospital with life-threatening injuries, where he remained for over a week before passing away. His name has not been released to the public.

Authorities are searching for the vehicle involved, believed to be a dark-colored sedan. The investigation is ongoing as FHP urges anyone with information to come forward. Those who may have witnessed the incident or have knowledge of the sedan's whereabouts are encouraged to contact FHP or Crime Stoppers.

The crash, which occurred just before 4 a.m., has left investigators working to piece together the details of what led to the tragic incident.