Pinellas County, FL (November 21, 2019) - A woman was killed in a pedestrian crash in Pinellas County. The crash occurred around 9:00 p.m. on Wednesday, November 20th.
Authorities responded to the scene at the intersection of Ulmerton Road and 34th Street. There, officers say that a female pedestrian was walking in the roadway when she was struck by a vehicle. The woman was rushed to Bayfront Medical Center where she was later pronounced dead. She has not been identified at this time pending next-of-kin notification. There is no word on whether anyone else was hurt in the crash.
An investigation is underway by the Florida Highway Patrol.
About 800 pedestrians will, unfortunately, lose their lives in crashes on Florida's streets and roadways this year. Pedestrians are extremely vulnerable to death or serious injury when they are involved in vehicle crashes. This means that both drivers and pedestrians must remain vigilant in order to ensure their safety. If you or a loved one have been injured in a Florida pedestrian accident, a Florida pedestrian accident lawyer can help you to overcome some of the difficulties you are facing and help you get the compensation you deserve in the aftermath of an accident.
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