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NewsTelemundo 51 Miami – Noticias LocalesAugust 13, 2026Miami-Dade

Fort Pierce police arrest Demetris Johnson for hit-and-run involving a 7-year-old

Authorities arrested 34-year-old Demetris Johnson for allegedly striking a 7-year-old child with his vehicle and fleeing the scene on August 1. Johnson faces charges of leaving the scene of an accident with serious bodily injury and driving with a suspended license, with bail set at $101,000.

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Why It Matters

A local resident has been charged with a felony hit-and-run, and the victim, who required emergency medical transport, is currently recovering from injuries sustained in the incident.

Key Facts

  • Demetris Johnson, 34, was arrested for a hit-and-run incident occurring on August 1.
  • The incident took place at the intersection of 25th Street and Avenue M in Fort Pierce at approximately 9 p.m.
  • The suspect was identified driving a gold Mercedes-Benz.
  • The victim was a 7-year-old child crossing at a pedestrian crosswalk.
  • The victim was transported to a local hospital and then airlifted to St. Mary’s Medical Center.
  • The victim has been discharged and is recovering.
  • Johnson faces a charge of leaving the scene of an accident with serious injuries.
  • Johnson faces a charge of driving with a suspended license.
  • Bail for the suspect was set at $101,000.
  • Police identified the suspect using security camera footage and police database technology.

Who's Mentioned

locationSt. Mary’s Medical Center“The hospital where the victim was treated.”other34“Age of the suspect.”personDemetris Johnson“The suspect arrested for the hit-and-run.”organizationFort Pierce Police“The law enforcement agency that investigated the incident and made the arrest.”locationFort Pierce“The city where the incident occurred.”