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Royal Palm Beach, FL (August 18, 2021) - A 55-year-old man was killed in a crash involving a mobility scooter in Royal Palm Beach on Tuesday. The accident took place near the South Florida Fairgrounds.
According to police, Donnie Craig, of West Palm Beach, was traveling eastbound when it was hit from behind by a Mitsubishi Lancer. The driver of the Mitsubishi failed to see the utility scooter prior to the crash. The identity of the deceased victim is not available at this time. Police have not said whether any charges are expected. Neither alcohol nor drugs played a role in the collision.
There is no additional information available.
Deadly traffic accidents in Florida are reported multiple times per day in Florida. Approximately 3,000 people are killed annually in crashes on Florida's roadways. Many of these victims will be killed because of the negligence of other drivers. Some common acts of negligent driving include distracted driving, impaired driving, reckless driving, and failing to yield the right of way to other drivers. Each crash must be carefully investigated to determine which driver was responsible.
Our condolences are with the victim's family following this fatal scooter accident in Royal Palm Beach.
Rubenstein Law is dedicated to serving individuals & families injured by the negligence of others. We know first-hand the heartbreak that can be left behind after an accident. In our news blog, we write about cases of personal injury relevant to our line of work, and we report on news of judgments and appellate cases that affect the rights of personal injury claimants. We feel a responsibility to raise awareness of the injury and tragic loss of life occurring across our state every day.
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