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Dunedin, FL (February 21, 2019) - A 47-year-old Dunedin resident was seriously hurt after he was struck by a vehicle on Belcher Road, near the intersection with Winchester Drive, on Tuesday, February 19th.
Investigators with the Pinellas County Sheriff's Office say that Brian Anderson was jogging in the area around 11:30 am. When he reached Belcher Road, Anderson attempted to cross the road from east to west. As he entered the street, he was hit by a vehicle traveling northbound on Belcher. Police identified the driver of the vehicle as 53-year-old Benjamin Hofrichter.
Anderson was treated on-scene for serious injuries and later was airlifted to a nearby hospital for additional treatment. Deputies say he was not in a crosswalk when he was struck.
No additional details were immediately released.
Each year, about 10,000 pedestrians will receive injuries in traffic accidents involving vehicles. Joggers, walkers, and others who regularly use our streets for exercise must be aware of their surroundings at all times. A pedestrian crash takes place in a matter of seconds and it can cause long-lasting, and sometimes irreversible, consequences. Our sympathies go out to Brian Anderson, who we hope will receive a quick and complete recovery, and our thoughts are with him and his family during this difficult time.
If you or a loved one are experiencing injuries due to a Florida pedestrian accident, our team at Rubenstein Law can help. We know the serious effects of a pedestrian crash can result in major hardship. That is why we are here to assist you in gaining the compensation you need to help get your life back on track. Our phones are answered 24/7. For assistance and your free consultation, please give us a call at 1-800 FL-Legal.
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