Driver Sought in Fatal Hit-and-Run of 69-Year-Old Man in Miami-Dade

Officials in Miami-Dade County are actively searching for the driver of a gray Toyota Tundra pickup truck, involved in a fatal hit-and-run incident on Saturday, August 2. The tragic event resulted in the death of Enrique De Moya, a 69-year-old Hispanic man.

The collision occurred around 11:15 p.m. at the intersection of Northwest 131st Street and Northwest Seventh Avenue as De Moya attempted to cross. Witnesses and surveillance footage released by the Sheriff's Office indicate that De Moya signaled for vehicles to stop, yet one did not heed his request and struck him. The driver fled the scene without offering assistance or notifying authorities.

Police have described the vehicle as a gray Toyota Tundra, model years between 2014 and 2020, and are urging the public to help identify the responsible individual. A reward of up to $5,000 is being offered for information leading to the arrest and prosecution of the driver.

The victim's family, devastated by the incident, is calling for justice and pleading with the driver to come forward. "It’s incredibly disheartening... that someone can show such disregard for human life," said Steven De Moya, the victim's son, as reported by WPLG Local 10.

Enrique De Moya was a mechanic known for his joyful spirit and was well-loved in the community where the accident occurred. His family describes him as a vibrant and cherished individual.

Authorities have issued an official bulletin on the case and remind the public that tips can be submitted anonymously.