Steffany Medina was initially hospitalized in critical condition after the early-morning crash but has since been listed as stable.
MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FL — Deputies are searching for a driver who struck an 18-year-old woman in southwest Miami-Dade County early Saturday and left the scene, authorities said.
The hit-and-run happened at about 4:15 a.m. near Southwest 296th Street and 153rd Court. First responders arrived and found the injured woman, later identified as Steffany Medina, at the scene.
Medina was taken to Jackson South Medical Center in critical condition following the crash. Officials later said her condition had improved and she was listed as stable.
Investigators are trying to identify the driver who struck Medina and drove away without stopping to check on her or provide assistance. Authorities had not announced an arrest as of the latest available report.
Details about what happened immediately before the collision remained limited. The available report did not identify a suspected driver or provide a description of the vehicle involved.
The investigation comes as deputies work to determine the circumstances surrounding the crash and locate the person responsible for leaving the scene. No additional injuries were reported in the available information.
Authorities have not released further details about Medina’s injuries beyond her updated condition. Investigators also have not publicly identified what evidence, if any, they have collected that could help identify the vehicle or driver.
The driver remained sought as the investigation continued. Miami-Dade Crime Stoppers is accepting information related to the case at 305-471-TIPS.
Author note: Last updated Nov. 12, 2026.