Lehigh Acres, FL (October 29, 2019) - A 15-year-old girl suffered injuries after being struck near a bus stop in Lehigh Acres on Monday, October 28th. The accident occurred around 6:25 a.m. on 8th Street SW.
According to Florida Highway Patrol reports, the driver was traveling westbound on 8th Street when a school bus slowed down to make a stop. As the driver approached the bus, he struck the girl who was approaching to board. The girl sustained non-life-threatening injuries and was taken to Golisano Children's Hospital for treatment. The Florida Highway Patrol continues to investigate the crash.
There is no further information available.
We hope that the victim injured in this crash makes a complete and speedy recovery. According to statistics from NHTSA, approximately 250,000 people will be hurt in Florida traffic accidents this year. This number may seem high, but it underscores the dangers facing motorists who travel on our streets and highways each day. A car accident can change your life in a matter of seconds, especially if you are an innocent victim.
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