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Accident – Death – Obituary News : : 1. Stuart police investigation updates
2. Arrested suspects in deadly crash case
In April 2024, Stuart police arrested Stacey Carey, 39, and Thomas Gity Jr., 44, in connection with a fatal hit-and-run crash that killed a 74-year-old man on a motorized scooter. The couple was linked to the crash through surveillance footage, witnesses, and a piece of plastic from a Land Rover. Carey faced charges for failing to stop at the crash scene, while Gity was accused of tampering with evidence. New details about the case were revealed in court records. The investigation showed that the couple tried to cover up the incident, but police used technology and witness accounts to connect them to the crime.
1. Latest updates on Stuart police investigation; suspects apprehended
2. Developments in Stuart fatal crash inquiry; two individuals detained
Arrests Made in Fatal Hit-and-Run Crash in Stuart
In a tragic incident that shocked the Stuart community, surveillance footage, witnesses, and forensic evidence have led to the arrest of a couple in connection with a fatal hit-and-run crash that claimed the life of a 74-year-old man in a motorized scooter. Stacey Carey, 39, and her fiance, Thomas Gity Jr., 44, were taken into custody following a thorough investigation by Stuart police.
Details of the Tragic Crash
The incident occurred on March 16 at the intersection of Northwest Federal Highway and Northwest Wright Boulevard, just north of the Roosevelt Bridge. The victim, Harry “Joe” Maser, was struck by a northbound vehicle while crossing the street on his motorized scooter.
Police determined that Carey was behind the wheel of a 2021 Land Rover Range Rover at the time of the crash. Gity, on the other hand, was implicated in helping conceal the vehicle and tampering with evidence.
Connecting the Dots
Investigators pieced together the events leading up to the crash using a combination of witness statements, surveillance footage, and forensic analysis. A witness driving with his girlfriend recalled seeing Maser crossing the street and being struck by a vehicle that fled the scene. A piece of plastic found at the crash site was later identified as belonging to a Land Rover Range Rover.
Surveillance video captured a white Range Rover with specific features matching the description of the vehicle involved in the crash. Further investigation revealed that the vehicle was registered to Gity and had been in the vicinity of the crash site prior to the incident.
Unraveling the Truth
During questioning, Carey admitted to being behind the wheel at the time of the crash and expressed remorse for her actions. She revealed that she initially thought she had hit an object but later learned from social media that it was a person.
Gity initially claimed that the vehicle had struck an object in the road, but later confessed that he was trying to protect Carey. Both suspects have been released on bail pending further legal proceedings.
Community Impact
The tragic loss of Harry “Joe” Maser has left a void in the Stuart community. As the investigation unfolds, residents are grappling with the reality of a senseless act that has forever altered the lives of those involved.
For more updates on this developing story, stay tuned to TCPalm for the latest information.
