Orlando, FL (October 3, 2020) – This afternoon, October 3, a hit-and-run crash took place at an intersection in Orlando that led to injuries.
According to police, the collision took place at the intersection of Clarcona Ocoee Road and North Pine Hills Road. Police confirmed that one vehicle struck another and then fled the scene of the accident. Police did not say if they were able to find the vehicle responsible for the accident.
Paramedics, fire crews, and numerous other responders were present at the scene of the crash to help those in need. The injured victims, who have not yet been identified, were taken to the hospital for treatment.
The roadway was blocked in the area of the intersection for an extended period of time.
No further details have been released. The investigation is currently ongoing.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families in hopes of a full recovery.
Car Accidents in Florida
Hit-and-run accidents happen more commonly in Florida than many other places in the U.S. In 2015 alone, it was determined that there were approximately 92,000 hit-and-run accidents in the entire state of Florida. Out of these accidents, it is reported that approximately 19,000 people were injured and 186 people were killed. These accidents tend to be some of the most severe crashes on our roads due to the fact that they involve drivers who flee the scene of a collision after it has happened. When an individual’s life is risked in these accidents, they may wonder what options they have moving forward. It is important that injured victims speak with a skilled attorney immediately.
Florida car accidents happen every hour of the day, some of which are more severe than others. In the blink of an eye, your life could become forever altered due to a driver’s reckless acts. Being injured in a car accident can impact you on emotional, physical, and financial levels. Many types of injuries result from these crashes including spinal cord injuries, TBIs, fractures, and more. If you have been injured and wonder where you can turn, you should always have the help of a Florida car accident attorney on your side. See our proven track record of success representing injured clients throughout the state of Florida at http://69.73.159.23/~vaughanpa/recent-results/auto-accident-cases/.
At Vaughan Law Group, our attorneys are committed to every aspect of your claim and will assist you after an accident that is not your fault. If you have been harmed in a collision and believe that another party is to blame, it is important that you have the tools necessary to hold another party liable for their role in your collision. We understand how difficult it can be to move forward after an accident that is not your fault and will help you protect your rights as you work toward compensation for aspects like medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and more. Please do not hesitate to contact an accident attorney in Florida at (407) 648-1426 to find out how we can help in your time of need.
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