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Police investigating fatal crash

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Fort Myers police are looking for a driver involved in a fatal crash involving a pedestrian Saturday night.
Fort Myers Police Department responded to the crash at 11:20 p.m. after a man was struck by two vehicles on SR82 near Omni Lane.
According to witnesses, the pedestrian, Joshua Pollock, 28, was either attempting to cross the street or perhaps was walking in the middle of the road when he was hit by two cars.
The first driver fled the scene.
The second driver, who did remain on scene, attempted to swerve to avoid hitting Pollock but was unsuccessful.
Pollock was transported to Lee Memorial Hospital where he died.
Police are looking for information that may help them identify the driver that fled. Anyone with information is asked to call FMPD at 321-7700, Crime Stoppers at 1-800-780-TIPS or text message C-R-I-M-E-S (274637) Keyword FMPD. Tipsters can remain anonymous.

Source: Fort Myers Police Department