A pedestrian was struck in killed in a hit-and-run crash on I-4, west of U.S. 98, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
The victim has yet to be named but FHP identified him as a 22-year-old from Plant City. He was found in the grass shoulder on the north side of the roadway.
FHP is searching for the driver and said evidence at the scene indicates the vehicle that hit the man may have front-end damage. FHP Sgt. Steve Gaskins said the vehicle might also have headlight or turn signal damage.
The incident occurred sometime during the past 24 hours, though the exact time has yet to be determined. Pedestrians are not permitted on the interstate and FHP is attempting to find out why the man was walking along the busy road.
Early this morning, the westbound lanes of I-4 were closed near US-98 as FHP assessed the scene. All lanes were reopened by 12:45 p.m.
Anyone with information is asked to notify FHP at at 813-558-1800.
Updates to come.