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Poinciana, FL (March 13, 2019) - A tragic head-on collision resulted in the deaths of three people on Tuesday, March 12th. Deputies with the Polk County Sheriff's office were called to the crash scene around 7:20 p.m. at the intersection of Marigold Avenue and Bell Tower Crossing East.
According to reports, 19-year-old Emmanuel Semedo was driving a red sports car northbound on Marigold Avenue at a high rate of speed. Semedo lost control of his car, crossed over the double yellow line, and collided with a white vehicle traveling in the opposite direction. Semedo's car caught fire and he was pulled out by deputies. Semedo and the two occupants of the white vehicle were pronounced dead at the scene. Police have not identified the other two victims at this time.
No additional details were released.
Our deepest sympathies go out to the families who lost loved ones in the tragic Ponciana crash. Fatal accidents take place about eight times per day in Florida. This accident is especially tragic as the lives of multiple people were lost.
Losing a loved one in a car accident is one of the most devastating events that you could ever have to face. There is no time to process the feeling of sudden loss and the grief that comes in the aftermath of such a terrible tragedy. If your loved one was killed in a crash caused by a negligent driver, you could have legal rights to bring a claim on their behalf.
At Rubenstein Law, our Florida wrongful death attorneys can assist you in recovering compensation on behalf of your deceased family member. We will walk with you during a difficult time and handle your case with the care and compassion that it deserves. For your free consultation, please give us a call at 1-800 FL-Legal.
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