Gibsonton, FL (January 27, 2020) - A pedestrian was killed in a crash that took place in Gibsonton on Monday, January 27th.
Authorities responded to the scene along Highway 41 near Riverview Drive. The pedestrian died at the scene as a result of injuries sustained in the crash. Their identity has not been released at this time. Police say that the driver remained at the crash site and cooperated with the investigation. No other injuries were reported in the collision.
There is no further additional information available and an investigation is active at this time.
We wish to extend our thoughts and sympathies to the family of the pedestrian killed in this crash in Gibsonton.
Sadly, Florida experiences about two fatal pedestrian crashes each day. In addition, many more will suffer injuries when they are struck by vehicles. Pedestrian crashes in Florida are an extremely serious event, often requiring emergency medical care. In many cases, negligent drivers are the cause of these collisions and the innocent pedestrian and their family must suffer the consequences.
Rubenstein Law is dedicated to serving individuals & families injured by the negligence of others. We know first-hand the heartbreak that can be left behind after an accident. In our news blog, we write about cases of personal injury relevant to our line of work, and we report on news of judgments and appellate cases that affect the rights of personal injury claimants. We feel a responsibility to raise awareness of the injury and tragic loss of life occurring across our state every day.
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