Reddick woman found dead was killed in hit and run, troopers say

MARION COUNTY, Fla. – A Reddick woman who was found dead in Marion County early Sunday morning had been struck and killed in a hit and run, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

The victim, 38, was discovered on County Road 25A, north of NW 155th Street, troopers said. She had been struck in the northbound lane and was pronounced dead at the scene by Marion County Fire Rescue, according to a news release.

The crash occurred at an unknown time at or prior to 2:30 a.m., the release said. In addition to never notifying law enforcement, the driver of the vehicle that struck the woman also neglected to leave behind any information, troopers said. FHP that the case is being investigated as a criminal hit and run.

Those with any knowledge of the crash are asked to contact FHP at 1-800-387-1290 or Crime Stoppers of Marion County at 352-368-STOP (7867) to remain anonymous

No other information was made available at the time of this report.