A road rage incident Sunday evening along US-41 in Lee County resulted in a collision and a hit-and-run charge that Dilon Onesti, 27, is facing, according to the Lee County Sheriff’s Office.
The arrest report states that Onesti reportedly aggressively drove behind a car with two people inside, hitting the back end of the vehicle and during the collision, he moved over and sideswiped the car.
According to the arrest report, the victim said that after the initial collision, Onesti got out of his truck wearing a ski mask, reportedly removed his license plate, and then drove away.
“It’s definitely something you have to be aware of. If somebody is acting like an idiot, slow down, let them be an idiot in front of me rather than behind me,” Tyler Haas of San Carlos Park said.
Haas, who drives 60 to 150 miles daily, said incidents like this don’t surprise him.
“I would guess that person has some mental issues that go above and beyond just being a bad driver,” Haas said.
The victim followed Onesti after the collision until the truck stopped near the intersection of US-41 and Pine Road.
The victim said he and his girlfriend are fine, but a few hours after the crash, he passed out and woke up in the hospital with head injuries.
“I don’t see why another person would jeopardize another human being like that,” Mark Szmigel of Estero said.
Onesti is facing a hit-and-run charge.
Legal Help After a Hit and Run Accident Injury
Hit and run accidents can leave victims with serious injuries and unanswered questions. At Ovadia Law Group, our personal injury attorneys are experienced in handling hit and run cases and understand the urgency these situations demand. We work quickly to gather evidence, collaborate with law enforcement, and explore all legal avenues to help you recover compensation—even if the driver is never identified. Our team is committed to protecting your rights and guiding you through the legal process with care and confidence. Call Ovadia Law Group at 1-800-674-9396 for a free consultation and speak with a trusted personal injury lawyer. We’re here to help you move forward after a hit and run accident.
Source: gulfcoastnewsnow
