My question involves an injury that occurred in the state of: Florida

Hi!

I am a victim of a hit-and-run and the guy also unloaded his weapon at me and my family members. I was at a stop light and the individual hit my car from the back. Before he attempted to leave the scene, I read his licence plate by following him through one street. At the moment, he shot his weapon while driving away. There were several witness who also called police because this happened in a residential neighborhood where people were outside.

This happened several moments ago, the detective called me yesterday saying they found him and that I would have to go to court. I do not want the individual knowing my family or I contact information or faces. Do I have to go to court in order for him to be prosecuted? I am afraid for my family and I safety so I would not like him to know anything about us.

In addition, can I have him pay the bill from the accident?