Fort Myers, FL (February 28, 2020) - An 86-year-old man from Fort Myers was killed in a crash on Indian Creek Drive on Thursday, February 27th. The crash happened around noon.
According to authorities, Thomas Peter Hoolihan was driving a 2015 Hyundai Santa Fe northbound on Indian Creek when he collided with a Jeep Liberty driven by 53-year-old Octavian Mireca Daraban. The Liberty was traveling eastbound at the time of the crash. Police say that the crash occurred when Hoolihan entered the intersection with Bayshore Road. Hoolihan was transported by ambulance to Lee Memorial Hospital where he died of his injuries. Daraban was listed in serious condition at the hospital.
The Florida Highway Patrol is investigating the crash. No additional details have been released.
We are saddened to hear of this tragic fatal crash in Fort Myers. Our condolences go out to the family of Thomas Peter Hoolihan.
Deadly accidents claimed the lives of about 3,000 people on Florida's roadways last year. Many of these victims were killed when they were involved in crashes with negligent drivers. There is nothing more tragic than the sudden loss of a loved one due to the actions of another motorist.
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