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Lakeland, FL (March 18, 2019) - The Polk Fire Rescue responded to a pedestrian crash involving a 6-year-old boy on Monday, March 18th. The incident happened just after 4:00 p.m. on Marla Avenue.
Details are scarce concerning this accident. Rescue workers say that the boy was struck by a vehicle in the area. A medical helicopter arrived on the scene shortly after the collision and transported the boy to Tampa General Hospital. At this time, there is no update on his condition or the extent or severity of his injuries. It is not known what caused the crash to occur or whether the police believe that the driver was at fault.
This story is developing and no additional details are available at this time.
We are saddened to hear of this tragic crash in Lakeland. It is never easy to have a friend or loved one seriously hurt in a traffic crash. It is even more difficult when the injured victim is a child. We hope for a complete recovery and our thoughts are with the child's family during this difficult time.
If you or a loved one have been affected by any type of traffic crash in Florida, the attorneys at Rubenstein Law can help you. We represent injured victims and their families in all types of motor vehicle, pedestrian, and bicycle crashes throughout our state. Since 1988, our team of Florida personal injury lawyers has recovered millions of dollars on behalf of our clients. We will do everything in our power to ensure that you receive the compensation you deserve when you have been hurt in a crash that is not your fault.
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