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NewsABC Action News (WFTS) — NewsSeptember 6, 2026Hillsborough

St. Petersburg Police search for driver in hit-and-run that injured two pedestrians

St. Petersburg Police are searching for the driver of a white pickup truck who struck two pedestrians at 40th Avenue North and 49th Street North on Friday night and fled the scene. The two victims, a 19-year-old woman and a 20-year-old man, were hospitalized with serious injuries but are in stable condition.

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Why It Matters

A investigation is underway in St. Petersburg, and police are seeking public assistance to identify a driver involved in a serious injury crash.

Key Facts

  • The crash occurred on Friday night at approximately 10:55 p.m.
  • The incident took place at the intersection of 40th Avenue North and 49th Street North in St. Petersburg.
  • The suspect vehicle is described as a white single-cab pickup truck with an extended bed.
  • Investigators believe the vehicle is a Ford F-150 or a Ram pickup truck.
  • The suspect vehicle is expected to have front-end damage.
  • The victims are a 19-year-old woman and a 20-year-old man.
  • Both victims were transported to Orlando Health Bayfront Hospital with serious injuries.
  • As of Saturday, both victims were reported to be in stable condition.
  • The driver fled the scene heading eastbound on 40th Avenue North.
  • The St. Petersburg Police Department is requesting information via 727-893-7780.

Who's Mentioned

locationOrlando Health Bayfront Hospital“The hospital where the victims were transported.”organizationSt. Petersburg Police Department“The agency investigating the crash and seeking information.”location40th Avenue North and 49th Street North“The intersection where the crash occurred.”