Pinellas Park, FL (October 25, 2019) - A motor scooter rider suffered critical injuries after being struck by a car on US 19. The crash was reported in Pinellas Park on Thursday, October 24th.
The Pinellas Park Police arrived on the scene just after 6:00 a.m. in the 11700 block of the roadway. According to investigators, 44-year-old Shane Banfield was driving a Chevrolet Impala when he collided with the rear end of a motor scooter driven by Diego Alburqueque, 22. Alburqueque was thrown from the scooter, which caught fire after impact. Banfield remained on the scene following the crash while Alburqueque was taken to an area hospital with life-threatening injuries.
Pinellas Park officers are investigating the crash. Anyone with information is asked to call 727-369-7864.
We extend our thoughts and sympathies to the family of Diego Alburqueque following this serious crash in Pinellas Park.
Accidents involving small vehicles such as motorcycles and motor scooters tend to be major and can involve long-term and catastrophic injuries to their victims. When one of these crashes occurs, the victims may be facing extensive and costly medical treatment, as well as lost wages, possibly permanent disability, and even death.
In the aftermath of a serious crash, it is important to have an experienced Florida motorcycle and moped attorney by your side. At Rubenstein Law, we have helped injured crash victims and their families recover compensation for more than three decades. We are here for you 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. For a free consultation with a member of our team, please give us a call at 1-800 FL-Legal.
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