Authorities narrow hit-and-run vehicle search after man dies while fixing tire on I-275: FHP
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla - Florida Highway Patrol troopers are asking people to look out for a 2021 or newer Tesla Model X, likely black or gray.
The backstory:
They say the vehicle was involved in a hit-and-run crash that killed a 37-year-old Lakeland man on Friday night.
The victim was fixing a flat tire on the shoulder of I-275 just north of 4th St. N in St. Pete when he was struck and killed.

Courtesy: Florida Highway Patrol.
Investigators say the Tesla will likely display damage to the front or right portion of the vehicle. The Model X has gull-wing doors.
READ: Deadly hit-and-run suspect shot & killed by police, 3 officers hurt after pursuit ends on I-275: TPD
The 37-year-old victim was taken to a local hospital where he died.
What you can do:
Anyone with information about this incident is being asked to call FHP or Crime Stoppers.
The Source: Information for this story came from the Florida Highway Patrol.
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