A 45-year-old man named Gilbert Almaguer has been arrested in Bowling Green, Florida in connection with a deadly hit-and-run in Polk County. Almaguer has been charged with leaving the scene of a crash involving death. The incident occurred on Friday evening in Fort Meade when a child riding a bicycle was struck by a pickup truck on Hutchins Road. The child tragically died as a result of the crash. According to reports, the 9-year-old child was on their way to a friend’s house when the accident happened.
This arrest comes after the Polk County Sheriff’s Office launched an investigation into the hit-and-run incident. Almaguer was taken into custody and booked into the Hardee County Jail on one charge. The exact details of the crash and the subsequent arrest have not been provided in the article. WFLA, a local news outlet, reported on the incident and provided additional information about the child and the circumstances leading up to the crash.
This tragic event serves as a reminder of the importance of responsible driving and the severe consequences that can result from hit-and-run incidents. The loss of a young life is a devastating outcome and raises concerns about road safety in Polk County. The authorities must now proceed with a thorough investigation and ensure that justice is served for the victim and their family.