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Lakeland, FL (August 15, 2019) - A two-car, head-on crash left two drivers dead in Lakeland. The crash was reported on Wednesday, August 14th.
Polk County Sheriff's deputies responded to the scene at East Main Street, near Reynolds Road, around 4:30 p.m. According to officers, 64-year-old Delbert Kendall was driving a blue Ford Focus eastbound on East Main when his vehicle crossed over the centerline and collided with a Subaru Forester traveling westbound. The Forester was being operated by 40-year-old Case Hurt. Both Hurst and Kendall were pronounced dead at the scene. There were no other vehicles involved.
Officers have not determined what caused Kendall to cross the centerline. An investigation into the crash remains ongoing at this time.
We wish to extend our most sincere condolences to the family of the victims killed in this tragic head-on crash in Lakeland. Fatal car accidents are reported, on average, every three hours in Florida. Many fatal crashes occur when vehicles collide head-on. The sudden impact and speeds of these crashes usually mean that they are very serious in nature. In this case, the most tragic outcome occurred.
If you have lost a loved one due to the negligence of another motorist, Florida's wrongful death law may offer legal protection for your family. Under this law, you can recover certain compensation on behalf of your deceased relative, including medical expenses, funeral bills, and loss of companionship. Other forms of compensation may also be available.
At Rubenstein Law, we want to help. We are here for you 24 hours a day, seven days a week. For your free consultation, please give us a call at 1-800 FL-Legal.
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