North Fort Myers, FL (April 13, 2020) - A 31-year-old woman from North Port was critically injured following a crash with a semi-truck on Monday, April 13th. The crash happened around 2:00 a.m. on North Cleveland Avenue.
The Florida Highway Patrol reports that Michelle Diane Aguilar was driving northbound on Cleveland Avenue when she approached the intersection of Pine Island Road and collided with a semi-headed eastbound on Pine Island. Aguilar was taken to Lee Memorial Hospital where she was listed in critical condition. The driver of the semi was not injured in the accident.
The crash is under investigation at this time and no further details are available.
Florida car accidents take place almost constantly. In fact, according to statistics, a reportable crash happens about every 92 seconds in our state. Crashes involving commercial vehicles such as semi-trucks can be very serious and can lead to major injuries and even death. These accidents are often complicated and can raise difficult questions of liability and responsibility for the crash.
Our condolences are with Michelle Aguilar and her family during this difficult time.
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