A deadly early-morning crash on West Sunrise Boulevard in Lauderhill left a motorcyclist dead Friday after what police say may have been a hit-and-run. The crash was reported just after 6:30 a.m., and forensic teams remained on the scene for hours as traffic crawled past the active investigation. Authorities had not released the rider’s identity as of mid-morning.
According to WPLG Local 10, the collision happened just after 6:30 a.m. near Northwest 38th Avenue. Sgt. Parys Thomas told reporters, “Preliminary findings suggest that the motorcycle may have been struck by another vehicle that left the scene.” While crime-scene investigators combed the roadway, officers methodically worked to document and collect evidence.
The motorcycle was found with heavy damage, and investigators have launched an active hit-and-run probe as they search for the vehicle believed to have struck the rider, per reporting by the Miami Herald. Forensic teams stayed on scene to recover debris and map out the crash. Officials said the investigation remains ongoing.
Investigators Asking For Tips
Detectives are urging anyone with information, video or dash-cam footage from the area to contact the Lauderhill Police Department. The city lists the department’s non-emergency number as 954-497-4700 and Broward County Crime Stoppers at 954-493-TIPS. Officers temporarily shut down lanes along Sunrise Boulevard while canvassing nearby businesses and homes for witnesses and surveillance video.
Sunrise Boulevard Has Seen Recent Deadly Crashes
This stretch of Sunrise Boulevard has seen other deadly incidents in recent months. In January, a hit-and-run in Fort Lauderdale killed a 70-year-old pedestrian, as reported by WSVN. That case led to an arrest and criminal charges, a reminder of why investigators press so hard for tips when a driver takes off…