Cape Coral Driver Sentenced for Fatal Hit-and-Run
Donis Centeno received a 72-month prison sentence following a crash that injured two people.
Updated on Oct. 16, 2026 in Accidents
A Cape Coral man was sentenced to 72 months in prison after pleading no contest to leaving the scene of a crash. The incident involved a collision between his Hyundai Tucson and a motorcycle that left two people seriously injured.
Why it matters
The sentencing serves as a significant legal outcome for the hit-and-run, which occurred after the driver failed to check on the victims. The court's decision addresses both the fleeing of the scene and the defendant driving with a suspended license.
Donis Centeno received a 72-month prison sentence for leaving the scene and a 60-month sentence for driving with a suspended license, which are to be served concurrently. The court also dismissed one additional count of leaving the scene of a crash.
The players
Donis Centeno
He is the defendant who was sentenced to prison following a hit-and-run incident in Cape Coral.
The details
Security camera footage captured the crash at Del Prado Boulevard and Northeast Second Street when the Hyundai turned into the path of a northbound motorcycle. The driver, Donis Centeno, fled the location immediately after the collision without offering aid to the two injured victims.
Timeline
The crash involving the Hyundai and motorcycle occurred in April 2025.
Donis Centeno entered a no-contest plea and received his sentence on October 14, 2026.
Legal Context
The sentence aligns with Florida's stringent legal framework regarding hit-and-run offenses that result in serious bodily harm. These cases reflect a broader judicial effort in the region to curb reckless driving behavior and ensure accountability for those who flee crash sites.
Local residents should remain aware that the intersection of Del Prado Boulevard and Northeast Second Street has been the site of serious traffic incidents. This sentencing underscores the legal consequences for drivers who fail to stop after accidents within the city limits.
The takeaway
Drivers are reminded that the legal repercussions for leaving an accident scene are severe and include significant prison time. Prioritizing safety and remaining at a crash site are critical obligations for all motorists in the community.
Further reading
For more information on local road safety and incident reports, visit Cape Coral accidents.
Source note: This article includes information reported by WBBH.
