Live Oak, FL (July 27, 2018) – On Thursday afternoon, a three-vehicle accident took place that took the life of a Bellview woman. Two vehicles were headed south on U.S. Highway 129 around 3:30 p.m. yesterday when the accident took place.
44-year-old Juan Nieves Rodriguez was driving a Pontiac Sunfire and slowed down to make a left-hand turn. The Florida Highway Patrol said that a Chevy Silverado couldn’t stop in time and rear-ended the vehicle. This collision sent the car spinning into the northbound lanes when a Chevy Malibu had to avoid it.
The man inside the Silverado, 51-year-old Robert Glass, was not injured. Rodriguez suffered injuries and was life-flighted to the hospital for treatment.
There was a 42-year-old Bellview woman in Rodriguez’s car at the time, and she lost her life in the accident. Her name has not yet been released.
22-year-old Carrie Smith was in the Malibu and was taken to the hospital with minor injuries.
As of now, the investigation into the matter continues.
Many accidents take place every year involving multiple parties. Almost 30 people are injured every hour in crashes on Florida roads, and 250,000 people will be hurt within a year. Thousands will lose their lives. Have you been injured in an accident or lost a loved one too soon? Our condolences extend to you during this time.
Our team will advise you of your rights during this difficult time, as well as help you understand all of your options moving forward. We have what it takes to stand up for our clients. Call us today at Rubenstein Law.
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