The Florida Highway Patrol is using forensic evidence to narrow its search for the motorist who struck a 55-year-old pedestrian in Cocoa and drove away from the scene on July 12.

FMCSA nominee Derek Barrs, who worked for the Florida Highway Patrol, told senators that highway safety will be his priority.

The Florida Highway Patrol believes the suspect vehicle is a gold 2004-2008 Honda Accord with damage to the front and passenger-side mirror. The incident occurred around 6:48 a.m. on Arabella Lane and ...