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Orange County, FL (November 12, 2018) - A big rig driver standing on the side of the road was killed when he was struck by the mirror of a passing tractor trailer. The crash took place around 4:50 on Monday, November 12th.
Police and rescue workers responded to the collision, which occurred on SR 528, near the Brevard County line. Florida Highway Patrol reports that a 55 year old man from South Carolina struck a guardrail with his semitrailer. The man then exited his truck to assess the damage. As he was standing in the road, he was clipped by the mirror of another semi truck driven by a 58 year old many from Palm Bay. The injured victim was transported to Orlando Regional Medical Center where he succumbed to his injuries.
No one else was injured in the crash. The accident remains under investigation at this time.
Fatal crashes claim the lives of about eight people per day in our state. Drivers must always be cautious when they are on the roads, even when stepping out of their vehicles. The shoulder of a busy roadway can be an especially dangerous place for motorists, especially at night or in poorly-lit areas. Each year, many serious and fatal crashes occur when a driver or passenger is struck while standing outside their vehicle.
Our thoughts go out to the family of the deceased truck driver.
If you or a loved one have been injured by the negligence of another, the Florida car accident attorneys at Rubenstein Law are here to help. For a free consultation, give us a call any time at 1-800 FL-Legal.
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