Sarasota police search for driver who killed 2 kids, injured mother
Francesco Abbruzzino, The Uncensored Report, LLC
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SPD
On February 12, 2025, the Sarasota Police Department, after diligently working through this investigation were able to locate a suspected vehicle that is believed to be involved in this fatal crash.
The registered owner/driver of the vehicle is cooperating with the Traffic Unit as they continue their investigation.
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SPD
On February 10, 2025, at approximately 8:30pm, the Sarasota Police Department responded to reports of a traffic crash involving a vehicle and pedestrians resulting in serious injuries in the area of SR 683 (North Washington/301) and 7th Street.
Officers who were first on the scene learned the vehicle, described as a White, 2013-2018, Lexus ES300, had left the scene. The victims of the crash, a 29-year old woman, a 2 year old, and a 5 month old were transported to area hospitals under trauma alerts. The two children have died as the result of their injuries and the woman remains in critical condition.
The SPD Traffic Unit has taken over the investigation. At this time, they are seeking help from the public to help locate the vehicle. It was last seen south bound on SR 683 making a U-turn in the area of 5th Street before making an eastbound turn in the area of 7th Street.
The Sarasota Police Department and the Traffic Unit remain diligent in their investigation into this crash. Anyone who may know the individual or have information on the vehicle involved in this crash is asked to contact the Sarasota Police Department Traffic Unit at 941-263-6094. The vehicle is described as a White, 2013-2018 Lexus ES300 with damage to the right front quarter panel and windshield.
You can also report information anonymously with CrimeStoppers of Sarasota County at 941-366-8477 or submit a tip online at http://www.sarasotacrimestoppers.com/.