Executive Summary
- A man was killed in a hit-and-run crash while riding an e-scooter in St. Cloud late Friday.
- The fatal collision occurred on Old Canoe Creek Road north of Clay Whaley Road.
- Southbound lanes were temporarily closed as investigators processed the scene.
- St. Cloud Police are urging witnesses with information to contact the department at 407-891-6700.
A man was struck and killed while riding an electric scooter in St. Cloud, Florida, late Friday night, prompting a homicide investigation by local authorities. The incident, which police have classified as a hit-and-run, occurred on Old Canoe Creek Road and resulted in the closure of southbound lanes for several hours.
According to the St. Cloud Police Department, officers responded to the scene north of Clay Whaley Road, near the intersection with Nolte Road. Investigators determined that the victim was operating an e-scooter when he was struck by a vehicle that subsequently fled the scene. The victim was pronounced dead following the collision.
Authorities are actively seeking information regarding the suspect vehicle or driver. The police department has issued a public appeal, urging anyone who may have witnessed the crash or who has relevant information to come forward. Specific details regarding the make or model of the vehicle involved have not yet been released.
Investigative Outlook
As the investigation proceeds, detectives are likely focusing on retrieving surveillance footage from nearby businesses and traffic cameras to identify the fleeing vehicle. The classification of the incident as a hit-and-run indicates a criminal investigation is underway regarding the driver’s failure to remain at the scene. The St. Cloud Police Department requests that any individuals with knowledge of the event contact them at 407-891-6700 to assist in the ongoing inquiry.
