Titusville man arrested for Sunday night hit-and-run crash, victim in critical condition

TITUSVILLE, Fla. — An arrest has been made in connection with a hit-and-run crash that happened Sunday night in Titusville.

The crash happened around 8:45 p.m. near the intersection of Knox McRae Drive and South Hopkins Avenue.

Police said witnesses stated that an adult male was crossing Knox McRae Drive when a beige 2013 Toyota Corolla hit him and continue to travel westbound without stopping.

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The victim was transported to the hospital in critical condition.

According to a news release, the suspect’s car was located by officers on the 3400 Block of Barna Avenue.

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Police said the driver, Nathaniel Anthony Nanan, 26, of Titusville was taken into custody without incident as he exited the vehicle and attempted to enter a residence.

“We remain committed to the safety of all motorists and pedestrians,” said Titusville police traffic officer Matthew Rasmussen. “We remind all motorists to remain at the scene of a traffic crash and leaving without rendering aid is irresponsible, inexcusable, and illegal.”

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Nanan was charged with multiple charges including failing to stop or remain at the scene of a crash involving serious injury, driving while license suspended and failing to give information and render aid.

Nanan was booked into the Brevard County Jail and being held on a $35,000 bond.

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