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Leesburg, FL (August 21, 2019) - A 32-year-old man was killed in a hit-and-run crash in Leesburg on Sunday, August 18th. The crash happened around 6:11 a.m. on West North Boulevard and North 3rd Street.
Police report that Paris Fred Antonio Smith was walking along the roadway when he was struck by a vehicle. Smith was found unresponsive at the scene by rescue workers and was later pronounced dead from his injuries. Investigators believe that Smith was struck by a vehicle which then fled the scene of the collision. There is no information at this time on the suspect or their vehicle.
Anyone with any information concerning the collision is asked to call the Leesburg Police Department at 352-787-2121.
We are saddened to hear of this tragic crash in Leesburg, and our sympathies go out to the family and loved ones of Paris Fred Antonio Smith.
Hit-and-run crashes are some of the most dangerous and frustrating accidents that we see, as drivers flee in an attempt to avoid responsibility for their own negligence. A hit-and-run collision often tends to involve serious and fatal injuries to victims. Following a hit-and-run crash, you are likely to have questions about your legal rights.
At Rubenstein Law, our Florida car accident attorneys can help guide you through the process of obtaining compensation for your injuries. Even if the other driver is never found, we will help you recover your damages. For a free consultation at any time, please give us a call at 1-800 FL-Legal.
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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