Hudson, FL (February 11, 2020) - The Florida Highway Patrol is investigating following a fatal pedestrian crash in Hudson. The crash took place just before 7:00 p.m. on Monday, February 10th.
Troopers responded to the scene at the intersection of Little Road and Cricket Street. When they arrived, they located a pedestrian at the scene. The pedestrian had been struck by two cars and was pronounced dead by rescue workers. Authorities have not released the pedestrian's identity. No information was provided as to the vehicles involved or whether police are searching for any suspects in connection to the crash.
The northbound lanes of Little Road were closed while officials remained at the scene. No additional information is available.
A deadly pedestrian crash happens in Florida about once every two hours. Unfortunately, pedestrian accidents involve some of the more serious and catastrophic injuries that we see in Florida traffic accidents. A pedestrian who is struck by a vehicle will require hospitalization in about 75% of all reported crashes.
Our thoughts and condolences are with the family of the victim in this fatal Hudson pedestrian crash.
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