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Highlands County, FL (February 17, 2019) - A passenger was killed in a rollover crash that took place on Placid Lakes Boulevard. The crash happened around 10:50 am on Saturday, February 16th.
The Florida Highway Patrol reports that 22-year-old Uriel Martinez was a passenger in a Ford F-150 that was being driven by a 16-year-old boy. The truck was traveling northbound when it failed to navigate a turn and left the road. The truck then veered back onto the highway before leaving the road again and overturning. Martinez was trapped inside the truck. He was rushed to Lee Memorial Hospital where he died from his injuries.
The 16-year-old driver was listed in critical condition, also at Lee Memorial. Both Martinez and the driver were wearing seatbelts when the rollover took place. Charges are pending against the driver.
A fatal crash is reported in Florida about every three hours. Rollover crashes, such as this one, can be especially deadly. Our condolences go out to the family of Uriel Martinez in this fatal Highlands County accident. Police will continue to investigate in an effort to determine the cause of the crash.
At Rubenstein Law, our Florida car accident attorneys stand ready to assist you when you have been the victim of another motorist's negligence. We have assisted injured Floridians and their families since 1988. We will help you get the compensation you need and deserve after an injury crash. For your free consultation, please call us any time at 1-800 FL-Legal.
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