Tampa, FL (January 22, 2026) – A hit-and-run accident with reported injuries caused a roadblock Thursday morning on the eastbound lanes of SR-618 near mile marker 11 in Hillsborough County.
The incident was reported around 8:51 a.m., prompting a rapid response from law enforcement and emergency medical teams. Injured individuals were treated at the scene, though officials have not confirmed the total number of victims or the extent of their injuries. One or more vehicles involved reportedly fled before authorities arrived.
Due to the severity of the collision and resulting investigation, the eastbound lanes of SR-618 were blocked, causing significant delays for morning commuters. Traffic backups extended through nearby stretches of the expressway while authorities worked to manage the scene and begin efforts to locate the fleeing driver.
Investigators are actively reviewing available surveillance footage and speaking with witnesses in an attempt to identify the suspect vehicle. No further details have been released regarding the circumstances leading to the crash.
Drivers in the area were urged to seek alternative routes while emergency personnel remained on scene.
We send our sincere wishes for recovery to those injured in this incident and hope for swift justice in the ongoing investigation.
