Hudson, FL (March 21, 2020) - The Florida Highway Patrol was on the scene of a fatal crash involving a bicyclist in Hudson. The crash was reported on Saturday, March 21st.
Troopers were called to the crash scene near York Avenue. According to reports, a bicyclist was struck by a vehicle at the location. The bicyclist suffered serious injuries and was later pronounced dead as a result of the injuries. The identity of the victim was not available and police did not release any details on the cause of the crash. The northbound lanes of US-19 were open while troopers worked at the scene.
There is no further information available.
Our condolences are with the family of the deceased victim.
Florida bicycle accidents have the potential to be a life-altering event. Unfortunately, about 100 people lose their lives in bicycle crashes each year in our state. As with any fatal crash, it is extremely devastating to lose a family member, especially when the crash is caused by the negligence of another motorist.
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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