North Fort Myers, FL (August 23, 2019) - One person was killed in a crash that took place in North Fort Myers on Thursday, August 22nd. The crash happened around 7:00 p.m. on Barbie Lane and Del Prado Boulevard.
According to the Florida Highway Patrol, a Dodge Ram was traveling eastbound on Del Prado when it tried to maneuver around a slower car. As the Ram went around the car, it collided head-on with a Chevy truck traveling westbound. A 53-year-old male occupant of the Chevy, whose name has not been released at this time, died at the crash scene. A driver and a passenger in the Ram were taken to Lee Memorial Hospital after sustaining serious injuries.
The crash is still under investigation. No further information is available at this time.
Our thoughts and condolences go out to the family and loved ones of the man who tragically lost his life in this North Fort Myers crash. Fatal accidents are reported around eight times per day in our state. When you have lost a loved one in a Florida car accident, you may wonder what legal recourse you have on behalf of your family member.
Fortunately, there is help available. At Rubenstein Law, our team of skilled and experienced Florida wrongful death attorneys can help during this difficult time. We will help you recover certain types of compensation to help you ease the financial burdens you are facing during this tough time. To speak with us at any time, please call 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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