Orlando, FL (May 3, 2020) – On Saturday evening in Orlando, a child was killed following a hit-and-run crash at a local intersection.
According to police, the 2-year-old child stepped in front of a vehicle at the intersection of Barley Street and Judith Lane. The driver struck him and then fled the scene of the accident.
The child was rushed to the hospital but succumbed to his injuries while there.
Orlando 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
Children are some of the most vulnerable parties in pedestrian accidents due to the fact that they are not always paying attention to the roads around them. Between the years 2008 and 2017, it was determined that approximately 5,433 pedestrians lost their lives in horrific collisions due to the negligence of others. If you have suffered losses in a pedestrian accident, especially the loss of a child, you have options for recovery and it is crucial that you seek the help of a wrongful death attorney.
Our personal injury attorneys at Vaughan Law Group have dedicated ourselves to helping those in need through one of the most challenging times in their lives. We will help you gain compensation for aspects like medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, surgery costs, and more. If you have been harmed and believe that another party is at fault, please contact a Florida pedestrian accident attorney at (407) 648-1426.
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Disclaimer: At Vaughan Law Group, our attorneys wish to provide useful information to families who have found themselves in similar situations after an accident. We would also like to honor victims who have received injuries or have lost their lives in Florida accidents. The photographs depicted in these posts are not representative of the actual accident scene.
