Pasco County, FL (November 6, 2019) – A man from Zephyrhills was killed in a crash involving several vehicles in Pasco County. The crash happened on Monday, November 4th at around 2:45 p.m.
Troopers with the Florida Highway Patrol responded to the area of US 98 south near Stanton Hall Drive. According to reports, 53-year-old Edward R. Holzer, II was killed in the crash when his truck collided with at least two other trucks. Police say that Holzer’s truck hit a 2008 Mack tractor-trailer and a 2014 Freightliner after leaving its lane of travel. Holzer died at the scene. There is no word on whether anyone else was injured.
Police are still investigating at this time and have ruled out alcohol as a cause of the crash.
We extend our sympathies to the family of Edward Holzer, II following this tragic Pasco County accident.
Fatal accidents happen every day in Florida, multiple times per day. There are more than 3,000 deadly crashes reported on our roadways every year. Crashes involving large vehicles such as tractor-trailers will often lead to catastrophic results, including death and serious injuries. The great force caused by these collisions can certainly have life-changing impacts in a matter of seconds.
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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