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Man in wheelchair killed in hit-and-run crash in Orange County

ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. — State troopers are investigating a fatal hit-and-run crash involving a man in a wheelchair.

Troopers said the crash happened around 9 p.m. Sunday near State Road 436 and State Road 50.

Investigators said a 48-year-old man from Casselberry was crossing State Road 436 in a wheelchair when he was struck by a vehicle traveling south on the road.

The victim was taken to Orlando Regional Medical Center, where he died.

The vehicle involved is described as a dark-colored sedan, but investigators have not yet identified the make or model.

Troopers are urging anyone who may have witnessed the crash to call 911.

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