Orlando, FL (January 4, 2020) - A woman died after she was struck by a vehicle and fell from an overpass in Orlando. The crash took place on Friday, January 3rd around 10:30 a.m.
According to police, the female victim had been involved in a crash on Interstate-4 near Garland Avenue. Following the collision, she stepped out of her vehicle and was standing along the roadway. As she stood outside of her car, she was struck by an oncoming vehicle. After being struck, she fell from an overpass and onto Garland Avenue below. The woman was later pronounced dead as a result of her injuries. Her name and age have not been released at this time.
Investigators are looking into the crash and there is no word on whether any charges are expected.
Our condolences go out to the family of the deceased victim at this time.
Fatal accidents are a daily occurrence on Florida's roadways. Sadly, our state is one of the most dangerous in the country when it comes to traffic fatalities. Approximately eight fatal crashes are reported every day and more than 3,000 people lose their lives on average each year. Deadly collisions can take place at any time and when they are least expected. Police will continue to look into this incident in order to determine whether charges should be filed.
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