Pedestrian killed in hit-and-run in Manatee County, FHP searching for driver

The Florida Highway Patrol is investigating a deadly hit-and-run along a busy stretch of U.S. 301 in Manatee County.

According to FHP, a vehicle hit a pedestrian early Friday near the intersection with 44th Avenue East, south of Bradenton.

The Florida Highway Patrol is investigating a deadly crash blocking the southbound side of U.S. 301 in Manatee County.

The Florida Highway Patrol is investigating a deadly crash blocking the southbound side of U.S. 301 in Manatee County.

After the driver took off, an SUV and a motorcycle also hit the victim, FHP said. They both remained at the scene.

Troopers said they're looking for an unknown model Nissan that may be white. Anyone with information is asked to contact the highway patrol at *FHP or Crime Stoppers.

The Florida Highway Patrol is investigating a deadly crash blocking the southbound side of U.S. 301 in Manatee County.

The Florida Highway Patrol is investigating a deadly crash blocking the southbound side of U.S. 301 in Manatee County.

Southbound 301 was shut down in the area for several hours before reopening to traffic.

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