Police search for driver after hit-and-run crash in downtown Fort Myers

Reporter: Camila Pereira Writer: Nicholas Karsen
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The Fort Myers Police Department is searching for a driver who fled from a hit-and-run crash in downtown Fort Myers.

Police gathered at the intersection of Fowler and Second streets early Friday, where they began their search for the missing driver and passenger.

The street lights are operational after crews spent Friday morning repairing the intersection.

Police will remain on the scene to direct traffic while crews work to repair the broken street lights.

WINK News reporter Camila Pereira is on the scene to gather more information.

Upon arrival, she spoke with a Fort Myers Police sergeant, who said the female passenger was located and detained. She was then escorted back to her home and not placed under arrest.

FMPD said that no road closures have occurred due to the crash.

The driver has not yet been located by police.

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