Sedan's Driver Sought In Fatal Hit-And-Run

TAMPA, FL — As Tampa Police continue to investigate a fatal crash involving a pedestrian and two vehicles, the driver of the second car involved remains unknown.

The crash in question occurred around 11:30 p.m. Dec. 14 along North Nebraska Avenue. Police say Willie James Bacon Jr. was walking in the roadway near East Crawford Street when he was struck by a northbound Ford Explorer. Following the impact, Bacon was thrown into the southbound lanes.

Police say a second vehicle struck Bacon in the southbound lanes. That vehicle, however, fled the scene, prompting a search for the motorist involved. The driver of the Explorer did, however, remain at the crash site, the agency noted in an email to media.

Bacon died as a result of his injuries.

On Tuesday, Dec. 20, police released updated information about the vehicle they are seeking. Officers say the second vehicle is believed to be a full-size, light-color Lincoln or Ford/Mercury type sedan. The vehicle may not have any noticeable damage related to the crash.

“Someone knows who this person is,” the agency wrote.

The driver or anyone who knows the identity of the driver is asked to call the police department at 813-231-6130.

Surveillance photo courtesy of the Tampa Police Department