Pinellas County, FL (September 22, 2019) - A 45-year-old man from Clearwater was killed when his car was hit from behind on Saturday, September 21st. The crash took place around 8:20 p.m. on the Bayside Bridge.
According to police, Joseph Ernie Poblete was driving a 2003 Toyota SUV on the bridge. The Toyota slowed for unknown reasons and was hit from behind by a 2008 Lexus sedan driven by 37-year-old Melissa Calderon of Clearwater. Poblete was taken to Northside Hospital where he was pronounced dead from his injuries. Calderon was not injured in the crash.
The Florida Highway Patrol is investigating the crash at this time. Charges are pending against Calderon.
Our condolences go out to the family of Joseph Ernie Poblete in this tragic Pinellas County crash.
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