Hillsborough County, FL (December 20, 2019) - A man from Brandon, Florida sustained serious injuries after his vehicle was rear-ended on Thursday, December 20th. The crash took place in the southbound lanes of Interstate-75 around 6:50 a.m.
Police report that 36-year-old Lance R. Collins, Jr. was driving a 2001 Ford F-150 that was towing a utility trailer. At the same time, 33-year-old Joey James Pedro was driving a 2009 Mercedes E Class directly behind the truck and trailer. Pedro failed to slow down and collided with the trailer. The crash caused the truck to jackknife and come to rest on its side. Rescue workers transported Collins to Tampa General Hospital with serious injuries.
The Florida Highway Patrol is investigating the crash. Pedro was issued a citation for reckless driving.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims. We hope for their full and complete recoveries.
Reportable car accidents occur approximately every 92 seconds in Florida. A car accident can change lives in an instant, resulting in severe and disabling injuries, surging medical costs and time missed from work.
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