Orlando, FL (September 27, 2019) - A trooper with the Florida Highway Patrol was killed in a crash on State Road 408. The crash happened on Friday, September 27th around 6:00 a.m.
Authorities report that Trooper Tracy Vickers, 31, was driving his marked patrol car eastbound on SR 408 when he crashed into a truck that was carrying construction equipment. Vickers suffered critical injuries and was later pronounced dead. Vickers had been a trooper for four years and, prior to his service on the FHP, had served in the US Navy.
An investigation into the crash is ongoing and no additional details have been released.
Our thoughts and condolences go out to the family of Trooper Vickers, who was killed in this tragic crash in Orlando.
Fatal car accidents take place about every three hours in Florida. When a fatal crash occurs, police must undertake a careful investigation in order to determine the events leading up to the crash, including how and why the crash occurred. When a driver's negligence causes the death of another person, Florida's wrongful death laws may apply to the situation.
If you have lost a loved in a traffic accident, it is best to contact an experienced Florida wrongful death attorney for an explanation of your legal rights in the situation. At Rubenstein Law, we have assisted families for over three decades in obtaining compensation when their loved one has been killed due to an act of negligence. We can help walk you through the process during this difficult time.
For a free consultation, please give us a call at any time, at 1-800 FL-Legal.
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