Ocala, FL (February 29, 2020) - A pedestrian was killed in a hit-and-run crash in Ocala on Thursday, February 27th. The incident occurred just after midnight on State Road 200 near Southwest 43rd Street.
Officers with the Ocala Police Department responded to the crash scene. According to reports, the pedestrian was hit by a driver who then fled the scene. As the victim was lying in the roadway, they were struck by another vehicle. Investigators examined car parts left at the scene and believe that the hit-and-run vehicle is a gray 2010 Camaro. The identity of the deceased pedestrian was not revealed.
No further information is available at this time.
We wish to extend our condolences to the victim's family.
Approximately 700 people were killed in Florida pedestrian accidents last year. On average, two fatal pedestrian crashes are reported every day in our state. Pedestrians who are walking at night or in the early morning hours are the most vulnerable to being struck by vehicles. Poor lighting and inattentive drivers are major contributing factors in many pedestrian deaths.
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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