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Man, 74, identified as victim in hit-and-run crash near Roosevelt Bridge

Harry Maser in his motorized wheelchair when he was struck by car, police say
Posted at 10:58 AM, Mar 19, 2024
and last updated 2024-03-19 16:09:32-04

STUART, Fla. — Stuart police said a 74-year-old man was identified in a hit-and-run crash that happened in Martin County over the weekend.

Police said Harry Maser, of Stuar was in his motorized wheelchair when he was struck by a hit-and-run driver, while crossing Northwest Federal Highway.

The crash happened Saturday at around 9:50 p.m. just north of the Roosevelt Bridge near U.S. Highway 1 and Wright Boulevard.

Rescue crews took Maser to an area hospital where he died.

Authorities are still searching for the driver who left the scene.

Anyone with information should email Stuart Police Department at intel@stuartfl.gov.