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Miami, FL (March 19, 2019) - A pedestrian was killed in a hit-and-run crash on Monday, March 18th. The police were called to the scene at the intersection of Southwest Eighth Street and Southwest 44th Avenue in the Flagami neighborhood around 8:30 p.m.
The Miami Police Department responded to the crash. According to Officer Kiara Delva, a pedestrian was struck by a vehicle and taken to the Ryder Trauma Center at Jackson Memorial Hospital. The pedestrian, who has not been identified at this time, was crossing the street when she was struck by a black car. She was then thrown into the air, landed on top of a white car, and then thrown to the ground. Officers say that the woman later died from her injuries.
Police are still searching for the driver. No additional details are available.
We want to extend our sympathies to the family of the woman who lost her life in this tragic Miami hit-and-run crash. There are approximately 100,000 hit-and-run accidents each year in our state. This accounts for approximately 25% of all crashes. Many hit-and-run accidents are caused by negligent drivers who are either distracted, impaired or driving recklessly. Rather than remain on scene to take responsibility, they choose to flee.
At Rubenstein Law, our Florida car accident attorneys can help when you have been the victim of a hit-and-run driver. We will stand up for you and protect your legal rights in this situation. For your free consultation, please call us any time 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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