Barefoot Bay, FL (April 18, 2020) - A 70-year-old man from Barefoot Bay was killed while crossing US 1 on Thursday, April, 16th. The crash took place near Grove Drive.
According to a report from the Florida Highway Patrol, the man was crossing the roadway when he was struck by a vehicle that was driven by a 58-year. The incident occurred just before 9:00 p.m. The pedestrian, whose identity has not been released, was pronounced dead at the crash scene. There is no word at this time on whether any charges are expected against the driver.
An investigation is underway and no further details are available.
Florida experiences about 700 pedestrian deaths in crashes that take place across our state each year. Pedestrian crashes in our state are a very serious event and often they result in long-lasting injuries and, in the worst cases, fatalities. Drivers who are inattentive or otherwise negligent are a major cause of these fatal incidents in Florida.
Our thoughts and condolences are with the victim's family during this difficult time.
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