Driver 'intentionally' hit, killed Florida man in early morning hit-and-run: police
Police say the driver deliberately struck and killed Taiwan James Gland, 35
{{#rendered}} {{/rendered}}Police in St. Petersburg said a man was discovered dead on a street early Monday morning after being struck and killed by an unknown vehicle.
According to the St. Petersburg Police Department, just before 2:45 a.m., officers were dispatched to reports of an adult man who was lying in the intersection of a street.
First responders were also dispatched, but the man succumbed to his injuries and died at the scene, according to police.
{{#rendered}} {{/rendered}}According to the press release, officers were able to identify the victim as Taiwan James Gland, 35.
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St. Petersburg Police say a man was intentionally hit and killed early Monday morning. (FOX 13)
During a preliminary investigation, officers were able to determine that Gland was hit by an unknown vehicle.
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St. Petersburg Police announced the hit-and-run crash that killed a Florida man early Monday morning is being investigated as a homicide. (iStock)
Police also announced that the hit-and-run crash is now being investigated as a homicide. Detectives determined the driver intentionally struck the victim.
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{{#rendered}} {{/rendered}}The St. Petersburg Police department is encouraging anyone with information about the crash to call them at 727-893-7780.