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Tampa Car Accident Leaves One Dead

A Tampa car accident involving a hit-and-run driver leaves a pedestrian dead after he is struck by a car. The incident took place at approximately 9:30 PM on Sunday evening, March 7, 2010, at West Waters Avenue and North Grady Avenue.

According to crash investigators, EMS units found the victim lying in the middle of West Waters Avenue when they arrived at the accident scene. The victim, who has been identified as Bill Ivy, was pronounced dead at the scene from injuries sustained in the accident.

Deputies report that the driver fled the scene only to return a short time later with her parents. She has been identified as 20-year-old Amanda Bentz. She told investigators that she was driving a 2008 Chevrolet Malibu when she hit Ivy.

The fatal Tampa pedestrian accident is still under investigation by local authorities. There have been no charges filed against Bentz as of yet. No other details as to why Bentz hit the pedestrian were provided.

Anyone who has information relating to this accident has been asked to contact the proper authorities.

Our thoughts and condolences go out to all of those who have been impacted by this unfortunate tragedy.

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