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Michael L. Haworth, Chief of Police
Pinellas Park Police Department
7700 59th Street N.
Pinellas Park, Florida 33781
Contact: Sergeant John Shea
Public Information Officer
O- 727-369-7830
JShea@pinellas-park.com
This is an update to the earlier release regarding the hit and run crash on
66th St. Investigators have now identified the suspect vehicle as either a
red 2006-2010 Chrysler 300 or 2006-2010 Dodge Magnum.
Released by: Sergeant John Shea
TITLE: Hit and Run Crash with Serious Injury
WHEN: March 29, 2021, at approximately 0420
WHERE: 6200 Blk 66th St
Bicyclist - Dustin Kwilecki (34) from Kenneth City
WHAT: At approximately 0420 hours, officers were dispatched to a crash in the
6200 Blk of 66th Street involving a bicyclist and a motor vehicle. Upon
arrival, officers discovered the vehicle involved in the crash had fled the
scene before law enforcement's arrival. The bicyclist, Dustin Kwilecki,
sustained serious injuries and was transported to a local hospital listed in
critical condition.
Through investigation, it was learned Dustin Kwilecki was traveling south
along 66th St on his bicycle when the suspect vehicle struck him from behind.
After the collision, the vehicle fled, failing to remain on the scene of the
crash.
The suspect vehicle is described as a red 2006-2010 Chrysler 300. The vehicle
should have damage to the front passenger corner and is missing the passenger
side mirror. If anyone has information on the possible identity of the motor
vehicle involved in the incident, please contact the Pinellas Park Police
Department at 727-369-7864. Those wishing to remain anonymous may contact
Crime Stoppers of Pinellas County at 800-873-TIPS (8477).
TRAFFIC ALERT- The roadway has been reopened for southbound 66th St
Released by: Sergeant John Shea
PREVIOUS RELEASE
Michael L. Haworth, Chief of Police
Pinellas Park Police Department
7700 59th Street N.
Pinellas Park, Florida 33781
Contact: Sergeant John Shea
Public Information Officer
O- 727-369-7830
JShea@pinellas-park.com
TITLE: Serious Crash Investigation
WHEN: March 29th, 2021, at approximately 0420
WHERE: 6200 Blk of 66th St N
WHAT: Officers are on the scene of a serious crash investigation involving a
bicyclist and motor vehicle in the 6200 Blk of 66th St. All southbound lanes
of 66th St will be closed during the investigation.
No other information is available at this time, and a follow-up release will
be sent upon completion of the investigation.
TRAFFIC ALERT- Southbound lanes of 66th St closed between 64th and 62nd Ave.
A scene photograph is attached to the release.
Released by: Sergeant John Shea
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For more information contact:
Pinellas Park Police Department
Public Information Office
727-369-5829
pio@pinellas-park.com