Clearwater, FL (March 20, 2021) - Police in Clearwater responded to the scene of a fatal pedestrian accident on Friday, March 19th. The crash took place on Gulf-to-Bay Boulevard near West Lake Avenue.
According to officials, Michael Patte was walking southbound across Gulf-to-Bay when he was hit by a Ford F-250 that was traveling westbound. Patte died at the crash scene. The driver of the Ford was later identified as 22-year, of Clearwater who remained at the crash scene and cooperated with officers.
No further information is available.
Pedestrian accidents in Florida take place multiple times each day. Sadly, many Florida pedestrian accidents result in death and serious injury for innocent victims. Distracted, speeding, and careless drivers play a major role in causing deadly pedestrian crashes in Florida. Police must carefully investigate each incident in order to determine who should be held responsible.
Our most sincere condolences are with the victim's family following this fatal pedestrian accident in Clearwater.
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