Patricia Valencia Death-Obituary: Family of Slain Mother Pleads for Help in Finding Miami Hit-and-Run Driver
A heartbreaking plea for justice has been issued by the family of Patricia Valencia, a 47-year-old mother killed in a hit-and-run crash at a Miami bus stop.
Valencia’s sister, Katherine Valencia Caro, spoke out, urging the community to come forward with any information about the driver responsible for the tragic incident.
The crash occurred on Saturday at around 9 am along Northwest 54th Street, near 17th Avenue. According to investigators, the driver of a black Mercedes-Benz sedan jumped the curb, struck the bus stop where Valencia was sitting, and then fled the scene on foot.
Miami Police Captain Freddie Cruz emphasized the severity of the crime, stating, “It’s a crime to leave the scene of an accident. Let’s think about this victim. Somebody’s family member lost her life because this person didn’t do the right thing.”
Valencia was pronounced dead at the hospital, while two other patients remain hospitalized. Police are searching for the driver and urging anyone with information to come forward.
As the investigation continues, Valencia’s loved ones are planning her funeral and arranging care for her two sons, one of whom has special needs. A GoFundMe page has been set up to support the family.
The family is seeking justice and appealing to the community to help bring the driver to account. If you have any information, please call Miami-Dade Crime Stoppers at 305-471-TIPS.
