Authorities closed westbound lanes of West Sunrise Boulevard following a fatal hit-and-run involving a pedestrian. The article explains what is known and how to request an official crash report.
FORT LAUDERDALE, FL - January 6, 2026
A pedestrian was fatally struck in a hit-and-run collision on West Sunrise Boulevard in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. The incident occurred on Tuesday, but the exact time of the crash has not been provided. Authorities responded by closing the westbound lanes of the road to investigate the fatality.
Key Facts
- Crash date & time: January 6, 2026; exact time not specified
- Location: West Sunrise Boulevard, Fort Lauderdale, FL
- Type of crash: Hit-and-run involving a pedestrian
- Vehicles involved: Not specified
- Fatalities: 1 pedestrian
- Responding agencies: Not specified
- Source(s): Spot On Florida
Crash Overview
The fatal hit-and-run occurred on West Sunrise Boulevard in Fort Lauderdale. Reports indicate that a pedestrian was struck by an unidentified vehicle, resulting in the pedestrian's death. The exact sequence of events leading to the collision has not been detailed in available reports.
Emergency services responded to the scene, and authorities closed the westbound lanes of West Sunrise Boulevard to conduct an investigation. The identity of the vehicle involved has not been released, and it remains unclear if any witnesses have come forward.
The investigation into the hit-and-run is ongoing, and authorities are working to gather more information about the incident.
People Involved
The crash involved a pedestrian who was fatally struck. The name and age of the pedestrian have not been released by authorities. No other injuries have been reported, and no additional information about other individuals involved is available at this time.