Longwood, FL (April 24, 2020) – On Thursday afternoon, April 23, a fatal pedestrian accident took place at an intersection in Longwood, Florida.
The Longwood Police Department responded to the collision, where they found that a driver was headed in the eastbound lanes of FL-434 near the area of Palm Springs Drive. The driver struck the pedestrian, who was standing around the area of the driver’s trunk at 4:30 p.m.
According to police, the unidentified pedestrian passed away at the scene of the accident.
Police continue their investigation into the circumstances of the collision.
We would like to offer our deepest condolences to the family of the deceased victim at this time.
Pedestrian Accidents in Florida
Pedestrians are some of the most vulnerable victims on our roads and are prone to some of the most catastrophic pain in the event of an accident. Between the years 2008 and 2017, approximately 5,433 pedestrians lost their lives in Florida accidents, with many others becoming seriously injured. If you have lost a loved one in a fatal pedestrian accident, it is imperative that you immediately seek the help of a Florida wrongful death attorney.
Our accident attorneys at Vaughan Law Group have assisted many family members on their path toward compensation after they have suffered the unexpected loss of a loved one. We believe that family members have many rights and options after a fatal accident that has taken somebody close to them. You should not have to worry about the legal system as you are grieving. Please contact our accident attorneys in Florida on your options moving forward at (407) 648-1426.
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