DEERFIELD BEACH, FLA. (WSVN) - The family of a man who was killed in a hit-and-run in Deerfield Beach is asking the public for help in tracking down the driver involved.
According to the Broward Sheriff’s Office, the incident happened on March 11, at around 10:20 p.m., in the intersection of Southwest 10th Street and South Dixie Highway when the victim, who was riding a motorcycle, collided with a vehicle.
On Thursday, the family of 57-year-old Clifford Jackson spoke to the media at a press conference.
“My heart has a hole in it,” said Cesar Jackson, Clifford’s son. “The only thing that I ask is if you know anything, you know any information, please step up. He was a veteran, he’s a father, grandfather, soon to be great grandfather, brother, friend, and more importantly, a human being. So him being hit at that intersection and left, whoever decided to do that, and take off just leaving him there at the intersection, it’s sickening.”
During BSO’s investigation, it was revealed that Jackson was traveling westbound on the highway when a silver 2016-2019 Hyundai Elantra was going in the opposite direction.
“This is how we know it’s a silver car. Unfortunately the driver of this Hyundai for reasons unknown at this time, just did not observe the motorcycle coming through,” said Det. Michael Wiley with BSO.
The two then collided, and the driver left the scene without rendering any aid to Jackson.
According to BSO, it was an accident and speed was not a factor.
“The question is now is why didn’t that person stay?,” said Wiley. “All they had to do just stop and pick up the telephone.”
The Hyundai, officials said, had damage to its passenger side door and passenger side mirror. The car left behind clues, such as car parts, which is how officials determined the brand of the car.
Jackson’s family said that the last month has been difficult and they believe that the vehicle involved is still out there.
“I’ve forgiven you. I can’t live with that burden,” said Cesar. “I don’t know what happened, maybe you got scared, the only thing I can ask is relieve yourself from this burden. As a family, we are all asking for closure.”
If you have any information on this hit-and-run, call Broward County Crime Stoppers at 954-493-TIPS. Remember, you can always remain anonymous, and you may be eligible for a reward of up to $5,000.
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