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Orlando, FL (August 1, 2021) - A female pedestrian was involved in a crash that took place on Saturday, July 31st in Orlando. The accident happened around 3:15 a.m. on North Pine Hills Road near the intersection with Indian Hill Road.
Police say that the 34-year-old woman stepped into the street when she was hit by a truck. The woman was found lying in the roadway by rescue workers. She was transported to a hospital where she later succumbed to her injuries. Her identity has not been revealed at this time. The truck became disabled following the accident and was struck by a car in the southbound lanes. The 31-year-old driver was treated at a hospital for minor injuries. No additional injuries were reported.
There is no information on whether any charges are expected and no further details are available.
Florida is a dangerous place for pedestrians. With approximately two fatal pedestrian accidents each day and many more accidents involving injuries, these accidents can be life-changing. A Florida pedestrian accident often involves injuries to innocent victims due to the actions of negligent drivers.
Our thoughts and condolences are with the pedestrian's family following this fatal accident in Orlando.
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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