Detectives seek information about fatal hit-and-run in Miami

MIAMI – Authorities are asking for the public’s help identifying the driver who struck a pedestrian last week in the city of Miami and then fled the scene.

The crash occurred around 11:30 p.m. Wednesday near Northwest 27th Avenue and 21st Terrace.

Miami police and City of Miami Fire Rescue responded to the scene.

The victim, Reynaldo Gonzalez, was taken to Jackson Memorial Hospital in critical condition. He later died from his injuries.

According to Miami-Dade Crime Stoppers, surveillance video captured a white, 6th generation Chevrolet Camaro fleeing the scene after the crash.

The car is believed to have heavy front windshield damage and damage to the front right corner and wheel well.

Anyone with information about the driver is asked to call Miami-Dade Crime Stoppers at 305-471-8477. A reward of up to $5,000 is being offered for information that leads to an arrest.