Who:
Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office
Patrol Operations Bureau
-Major Accident Investigation Team

Suspect/Driver Description:
-White Male
-Late 20’s
-Dark Bushy Hair

Vehicle Description:
Black Dodge Ram Pickup Truck

Emma M. Keown (Deceased Pedestrian)
DOB: 3/15/1995
Address: 9824 Water Fern Circle, Clermont

What:
Deputies assigned to the Major Accident Investigation Team (M.A.I.T.) are investigating a fatal hit and run crash in Madeira Beach. 

When:
The crash occurred at approximately 1:42 a.m. on Friday, May 8, 2015.   

Where:
The crash occurred in the area of Gulf Blvd. and 129^th Avenue in Madeira Beach. 

Why/How:
Deputies assigned to the Major Accident Investigation Team (M.A.I.T.) are investigating a fatal hit and run crash that occurred in Madeira Beach at approximately 1:42 a.m. on Friday, May 8, 2015.   

According to deputies, a female on a skateboard was traveling northbound on Gulf Blvd. when she was struck from behind by a truck. The driver of the truck stopped for a brief moment before continuing to travel northbound on Gulf Blvd.

The victim, identified as 20-year-old Emma M. Keown, was transported to a local hospital where she later died from her injuries.

Gulf Boulevard in the area of 129th Ave. was shut down in both directions for several hours. The roadway has since re-opened.

Through various investigative techniques deputies were able to locate what is believed to be the suspect’s vehicle, a black Dodge Ram Pickup truck, parked unattended at 13707 Plymouth Street in Madeira Beach.

A search warrant was obtained and deputies were able to take possession of the vehicle for further processing of evidence.

Deputies continue to investigate this crash and are working to identify the suspect/driver. The driver has been described as a white male, possibly in his late 20’s with dark bushy hair.

Anyone with information on this crash is asked to contact Sergeant Keith Williams of the Major Accident Investigation Team at (727) 582-6200; or to remain anonymous contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-873-TIPS.