Polk County, FL (December 14, 2019) - An 81-year-old woman was killed in a crash that took place in Polk County on Friday, December 13th. The accident occurred around 10:25 a.m at the intersection of South Boulevard and US 27.
According to the Florida Highway Patrol, 45-year-old Gary Senner was driving a Peterbilt truck on South Boulevard around 10:25 a.m. As Senner approached the intersection with US 27 he failed to stop at a stop sign. An approaching semi-truck swerved to avoid the crash, lost control and collided with the rear-end of a Lexus SUV. The semi continued into the northbound lanes of US 27 where it struck the front of a Cadillac. The 64-year-old Cadillac driver sustained serious injuries and an 81-year-old passenger was rushed to a local hospital where she ultimately succumbed to her injuries. Both the semi driver and the Lexus driver were treated for minor injuries.
There is no word at this time on whether any charges will be filed. An investigation is ongoing.
Our thoughts are with the families and individuals affected by this tragic crash in Orlando.
Approximately 3,500 people will lose their lives in car accidents across our state this year. Sadly, many of these will be the victims of negligent drivers who were simply in the wrong place at the wrong time. Florida's wrongful death laws can cover a situation where you have lost a loved one as a result of the negligence of another motorist.
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