Brandon, FL (July 21, 2019) - A 72-year-old man died in a two-vehicle crash in Brandon on Saturday, July 20th. The crash took place at the intersection of State Road 60 and Parsons Avenue.
According to the Florida Highway Patrol, 72-year-old Alan Bahr was at the intersection and attempting to make a left turn. As Bahr waited, a Ford E-250 failed to stop for a red light and proceeded through the intersection, striking the driver's side of Bahr's vehicle. Bahr died at the crash scene. The driver of the Ford has not been identified and it is unknown if there are any additional injuries.
FHP is still investigating and charges are pending at this time.
Our thoughts and condolences go out to the family of Alan Bahr, who was killed in this tragic crash in Brandon.
Fatal car accidents take place about eight times per day in our state. Many serious and fatal crashes are caused by drivers who fail to yield at intersections when they run red lights or stop signs. Failing to yield is an act of negligence that can have major and irreversible consequences.
When you or a loved one have been affected by negligence on our roadways, the Florida personal injury attorneys at Rubenstein Law can help. We have decades of experience and we will fight for you to receive the financial help you need during a difficult time.
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