Polk County, FL (September 14, 2019) - A 23-year-old man was killed in a hit-and-run crash in Polk County. The incident took place on Thursday, September 12th around 2:18 a.m.
According to the Florida Highway Patrol, a man was traveling westbound on I-4 near mile marker 55 when he collided with the rear-end of a white tractor-trailer. The man's vehicle then left the road and crashed into a fence and trees. The unidentified driver was pronounced dead at the scene. Following the crash, the tractor-trailer driver left the scene and has yet to be located.
The Florida Highway Patrol is investigating the crash at this time. Anyone with information is asked to call 813-558-1800.
We are saddened to hear of this tragic hit-and-run crash in Polk County. Any type of car accident can cause serious and catastrophic injuries and even death. Hit-and-run crashes account for about 25% of all reported collisions in Florida and there are approximately 100,000 of these accidents reported each year. Many hit-and-run accidents involve death or serious injury to those involved and the process can be very frustrating for those left behind to deal with the consequences.
At Rubenstein Law, our Florida personal injury attorneys are here to help when you have been affected by a hit-and-run driver in our state. With decades of experience and a successful track record of helping thousands of injured victims, we can help you in your time of greatest need. For a free consultation, give us a call at 1-800 FL-Legal. We are standing by 24/7, waiting to hear from you.
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