Fatal Pedestrian Accident at Northwest 17th Avenue and Northwest 43rd Street in Miami, FL on June 13, 2026

Miami police are searching for the driver involved in a fatal hit-and-run crash that left a pedestrian dead Saturday near the intersection of Northwest 17th Avenue and Northwest 43rd Street.

Authorities said the collision happened around 12:25 to 12:30 p.m. on June 13 in Miami. Local reports identified the victim as 61-year-old Alfred Akins. He was pronounced dead after the crash.

Investigators said Akins was crossing Northwest 17th Avenue when he was struck by a vehicle traveling northbound. The driver then left the scene, and police began looking for both the vehicle and the person behind the wheel.

Officials said the vehicle believed to be involved may be a blue Honda Accord from the 2023 to 2026 model years. Police also said the car is expected to have front-end damage. No arrest or additional identifying details about the driver had been announced in the reports available as of Saturday night.

The circumstances leading up to the crash remain under investigation. Authorities have not publicly released a final determination about all contributing factors.

For families affected by a fatal crash like this one, later updates such as the police crash report, witness information, and any available surveillance or vehicle evidence can become important in understanding what happened and handling insurance or estate-related questions.