St. Petersburg, FL (December 24, 2019) - A 17-year-old girl was killed after being struck by a car in St. Petersburg on Monday, December 23rd. The crash took place on 3rd Avenue North.
According to police reports, Liamar Matos-Gonzalez was standing on a sidewalk when a Jeep Patriot collided with a Ford that was turning left. As the two cars collided, the Mustang proceeded onto the sidewalk and struck Matos-Gonzalez. She was then pushed into a tree and suffered critical injuries. Rescue workers pronounced her dead at the crash scene. Neither of the drivers have been identified at this time.
There is no word on whether any charges are expected at this time.
We are saddened to hear of this fatal accident in St. Petersburg. Deadly crashes are reported on Florida's streets and highways approximately once every three hours. Fatal crashes can take place at any time and victims can be injured or killed very unexpectedly. Our thoughts and condolences go out to the family of Liamar Matos-Gonzalez following the loss of their loved one.
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