Lee County, FL (March 17, 2020) - A pedestrian was killed in a crash that took place in Lee County on Tuesday, March 17th. The crash was reported on Estero Parkway near US 41.
Troopers with the Florida Highway Patrol responded to the crash scene shortly after the incident happened. There is no word on the details leading up to the crash. The pedestrian, who has not been identified, was pronounced dead at the crash scene. Police closed the southbound lanes of US 41 while an investigation into the crash took place. The Lee County Sheriff's Office also assisted at the scene.
No additional details have been released at this time.
About 700 pedestrian deaths are reported annually in Florida. This number places our state among the deadliest in the nation for pedestrians. A Florida pedestrian crash can have serious and often fatal consequences. Sadly, many pedestrians will lose their lives due to the negligence of motorists on our roadways.
Our condolences go out to the family who lost their loved one in this Lee County pedestrian crash.
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