Rider's Miracle Survival After Hit-and-Run, Sheriff Warns Drivers

0:00Over the weekend, Hillsboro County deputies arrested a 27-year-old man who fled a crash that killed one motorcyclist and seriously hurt. Another passenger, meanwhile, in Reskin, another rider named Michael Lewis, got hit by a car that sped off, leaving him fighting for his life. Two weeks later, Lewis is still in the hospital, recovering from brutal injuries like a fractured face, broken collarbones, cracked ribs, a cracked fur, and he even lost part of his leg to amputation after being airlifted to Tampa General. Lewis says the pain has been intense, but he's grateful just to be breathing, amazed he survived such a wreck. His mom has been right by his side, feeling blessed to have her son while her heart breaks for other families who lost theirs. Sheriff Chad Chronister is stressing that drivers need to watch extra close for bikes since riders are so vulnerable, urging everyone to check blind. Spots and give plenty of space because that quick second look could save a life.

1:01The Reskin Hidden Run probe is still going strong with detectives hunting the driver, and Lewis' family started a GoFundMe to cover those mounting, medical bills as he pushes through rehab. I'm Corey with the story, and you've been listening to Tampa Bay News today, AI-powered local news.