Port Charlotte, FL (November 8, 2018) - A pedestrian in Port Charlotte was killed after being struck by a car on Thursday, November 8th.
According to the Florida Highway Patrol, 46-year old Edward John Bedingfield was driving a Chevrolet Venture on Gertrude Avenue. Bedingfield attempted to make a right turn onto Aaron Street. In the process, he struck 80-year-old Vera Lozen. Lozen was in or near the crosswalk at the time of the crash. Following the collision, Lozen was pinned beneath the vehicle. Lozen was later pronounced dead at the scene by EMS.
Criminal charges are pending against Bedingfield according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Florida is a dangerous place for pedestrians. Statistics indicate that our state is at the very top of the rankings when it comes to fatal pedestrian-related crashes. Each year, over 500 Floridians are killed in pedestrian accidents.
In a pedestrian crash, investigators must first determine how the crash occurred. In this case, it appears as though this tragedy was avoidable and that John Bedingfield will be held responsible for his role in the crash.
We know how serious pedestrian accidents can be. At Rubenstein Law, our Florida pedestrian accident attorneys assist those who have been hurt by the negligence of drivers on our roadways. We offer free consultations to accident victims. To speak with us any time, please call 1-800 FL-Legal.
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