JSO: Elderly man hit and killed while crossing Avenue B, suspect on the run

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office is investigating after a man was killed in a hit-and-run crash on 45th Street and Avenue B.

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According to police, at around 9:40 p.m. on Wednesday, a red Dodge Charger struck an older man as he was crossing Avenue B. Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department transported the man to a local hospital where he was pronounced dead.

The Dodge Charger fled the scene northbound on Avenue B.

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Anyone with information about the red Dodge Charger or the driver is asked to call JSO at 904-630-0500 or Crime Stoppers at 866-845-TIPS. The caller may be eligible for a cash reward.

This is the 80th traffic death in Duval County this year.

The intersection of Avenue B and 45th Street was closed for about an hour last night, but it has since reopened.

Action News Jax will continue to follow the story and update you as we learn more.

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