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Crystal Lake, FL (May 5, 2019) - Two pedestrians were killed after they were struck by a vehicle early Sunday morning. The crash happened around 2:45 a.m. at the intersection of Skyview Drive and Goodyear Avenue.
According to the Polk County Sheriff's Office, 33-year-old Venus Drayton and 16-year-old Tiara Johnson were walking near the intersection when a white Dodge Ram pickup truck collided with them. The truck was traveling eastbound on Skyview at the time of the crash. The driver told police that he thought he saw an object in the roadway and swerved to miss it, but was unable to avoid a collision. After realizing that he struck two people rather than an object, the driver returned to the scene and waited for law enforcement to arrive.
Deputies are still investigating the incident and toxicology tests have been ordered.
We would like to extend our sympathies to the families of the two women who were killed in this tragic Crystal Lake pedestrian crash. Unfortunately, serious and fatal pedestrian accidents take place quite frequently in Florida. Each day, approximately two pedestrians will lose their lives in crashes across our state. Many more will be injured in these crashes.
At Rubenstein Law, our Florida pedestrian accident attorneys understand just how serious a pedestrian accident can be. In these situations, you may be entitled to compensation for your injuries. Let us assist you along your road to recovery. For a free consultation, please give us a call at 1-800 FL-Legal.
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