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UPDATE: FHP arrests driver of Tahoe that ran over motorcycle on Beach Blvd.

FHP seeks driver of Tahoe in deadly hit and run

Jacksonville, Fl — The Florida Highway Patrol has arrested the driver of a Chevy Tahoe who fled the scene of a deadly crash with two motorcycles.

The crash happened as traffic was slowing for a red light on westbound Beach Boulevard near Tamaya Boulevard around 7 p.m. Thursday. Video obtained by FHP shows the Tahoe run over one of the drivers and then fled the scene.

A 28-year-old man from Jacksonville died at the hospital. The other rider had minor injuries.

Troopers are seeking an early 2000′s Black Chevy Tahoe with a front bull bumper, black Chevy emblem on grill, roof racks, running boards, rain guards. The center brake light is not working and after-market headlights.

Anyone who may have information about the crash is urged to call *FHP or First Coast Crimestoppers at 866-845-TIPS.

Rich Jones

Rich Jones, News 104.5 WOKV

Rich Jones is the Host of Jacksonville’s Morning News. Rich joined WOKV in October 2006. Rich is involved in many community organizations and causes. Rich and his wife, Noelle, have three children: Avery, Harper and Austen.

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