Orange County, FL (August 12, 2018) – A 53-year-old lost his life in a severe Disney accident that happened on the park’s property early Tuesday. The Florida Highway Patrol investigated the scene, and the victim has been identified as Mark Lai of Orlando.
The crash was reported at 1:30 a.m. Tuesday on Bonnet Creek Parkway and Overpass Road. FHP said that Lai had been driving his 2002 Dodge Neon east on the roadway but failed to stop at the red light when he approached it.
A 2002 Chevy pickup being driven by a 28-year-old Clermont man then struck the left side of the Neon. Lai was pronounced dead at the scene, and the driver of the pickup truck was not injured.
The accident is still being investigated at this time.
We extend our condolences to you and your family if you have suffered a difficult accident that took the life of a loved one. At Rubenstein Law, we acknowledge that many people lose their lives every day in Florida accidents that were preventable. In fact, every 3 hours somebody will die in one of these severe crashes.
The moments and days following an unexpected accident can be a scary and overwhelming time for you and your family, especially if you have lost somebody close to you. We understand that many accidents end in tragic and immediate consequences. Call us for more information on your case at Rubenstein Law at 1-800-FL-LEGAL.
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