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Two Pasco County Teens Seriously Injured in Hudson Hit-and-Run Crash Involving Mini Bike
Two teenagers from Pasco County are fighting for their lives after being struck by a hit-and-run driver while riding a mini bike in Hudson, Florida, on Sunday night. According to the Florida Highway Patrol (FHP), the collision occurred at approximately 10:10 p.m. at the intersection of U.S. 19 and New York Avenue.
Investigators said a 16-year-old Hudson boy was driving a mini bike eastbound on New York Avenue with a 15-year-old New Port Richey passenger when a white Ford F-150 pickup truck—driven by an unknown suspect—collided with them while traveling north on U.S. 19.
The impact threw both teens from the mini bike, leaving them with serious injuries. According to witnesses, the truck fled the scene immediately without stopping to help or call for assistance.
The Florida Highway Patrol is actively searching for the hit-and-run driver. The pickup is described as a white Ford F-150, and investigators believe it may have front-end damage consistent with the crash.
Anyone with information is urged to contact *FHP at 347 or **Crime Stoppers at TIPS to help identify the responsible driver.
Legal Implications of a Florida Hit-and-Run Accident
Under Florida law (Fla. Stat. §316.027), leaving the scene of a crash resulting in serious bodily injury or death is a felony offense, punishable by imprisonment, fines, and the permanent revocation of a driver’s license.
In civil court, the victims and their families may pursue compensation through a personal injury claim. However, when the at-fault driver flees and cannot be identified, recovery can be complex—especially for families facing extensive medical bills, lost income, and emotional trauma.
Victims may still have legal options, including:
- Uninsured/Underinsured Motorist (UM/UIM) Coverage: This type of coverage allows victims to seek compensation through their own auto insurance policy when the at-fault driver is unknown or uninsured.
- Dram Shop or Third-Party Liability: If the driver was intoxicated and served alcohol by a negligent establishment, that business could share legal responsibility.
An experienced Florida personal injury attorney can investigate every possible source of recovery, including vehicle surveillance footage, witness statements, and insurance claims.
After a catastrophic crash like this, families should take several critical steps:
- Document everything — gather medical records, witness contact information, and police reports.
- Do not speak directly to insurance companies without legal guidance.
- Contact an experienced hit-and-run injury lawyer immediately to preserve evidence and explore all compensation options.
At Flanagan & Bodenheimer Injury & Wrongful Death Law Firm, we represent victims of hit-and-run accidents, motorcycle and mini bike crashes, and other catastrophic injuries throughout Florida. Our legal team has extensive experience investigating collisions where the at-fault driver fled the scene—and we fight to ensure victims receive the justice and financial recovery they deserve.
If your loved one was injured or killed in a hit-and-run crash in Pasco County or anywhere in Florida, we’re here to help. Call (305) 638-4143 for a free, confidential consultation.
