Sarasota woman charged in hit-and-run that killed pedestrian

SARASOTA, FL – Authorities have charged a suspect in connection with a hit-and-run incident that killed a pedestrian, according to WWSB.

A probable cause affidavit revealed that Alyssa Michelle Raffaele of Sarasota is facing several charges, including DUI manslaughter and leaving the scene of a crash with an injury.

The fatal incident happened in September on S. Osprey Avenue. Authorities linked her vehicle to the pedestrian’s death after a witness provided a matching license plate number and description of the vehicle.

The loss of a loved one in an accident is devastating enough for those left behind, but it is even more tragic when a reckless driver leaves the scene. If you or someone you love has been the victim of a hit-and-run crash, the Sarasota County Hit-and-Run Accident Attorneys at Kemp, Ruge and Green Law Group are ready to fight for your rights and the compensation you deserve for your accident-related expenses. We offer free consultations to provide advice on next steps and answer any case-specific questions you may have. Request yours today by giving us a call at 727-325-5512 or responding in our online chat box.