Palm Beach Gardens, FL (February 19, 2020) - A 32-year-old man from West Palm Beach was killed after being struck by a semi-trailer on Monday, February 17th. The crash happened around 8:57 p.m. on Beeline Highway.
According to reports, Travonte K. Jackson pulled his vehicle over to the side of the road after he experienced a flat tire while driving. As Jackson exited his vehicle, he was struck in the westbound lanes by the oncoming truck. Jackson died at the scene as a result of his injuries. There is no word on the identity of the truck driver at this time.
Police are still investigating and no further information has been released at this time.
Approximately 700 pedestrians will lose their lives in Florida pedestrian crashes this year. This number equates to approximately two fatal crashes involving pedestrians per day. In many Florida pedestrian accidents, the driver will be at fault for causing the crash. A pedestrian accident frequently has very catastrophic consequences that can be life-altering for the victim and their family members.
Our thoughts and condolences go out to the family of Travonte K. Jackson.
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