Putnam County, FL (September 2, 2018) - A 26 year old man died Saturday evening when he was struck by a vehicle on US 17. The man was walking southbound on the highway, near the intersection with Kane Road when the crash occurred.
Florida Highway Patrol authorities responded to the crash scene. The driver was pronounced dead from critical injuries suffered in the accident.
A preliminary investigation revealed that the driver told police they tried to avoid striking the pedestrian but were unable to do so. The investigation is not concluded at this time, however, and police are still trying to determine whether any charges will be filed against the driver. The factors surrounding the crash remain unclear as no further details were provided.
Police have not identified either the deceased pedestrian or the driver involved in this crash.
We are saddened to hear of this tragic pedestrian incident in Putnam County. Our thoughts and condolences are with the family of the victim.
A fatal pedestrian accident occurs approximately every two hours. Pedestrian crashes occur for many reasons, including:
- Driver distraction
- Inattention
- Reckless driving
- Pedestrian negligence
The cause of this crash will be thoroughly investigated by authorities with the FHP. The accident scene will be examined and all other factors will be looked at to determine whether the driver involved could have reasonably avoided the collision.
If you have been the victim of a Florida pedestrian accident, the attorneys at Rubenstein Law can help. We have over 30 years of experience assisting Florida accident victims. For a free consultation, call us today at 1-800 FL-Legal.
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