Tallahassee, FL (October 20, 2018) - A crash on Capital Circle NE occurred on Thursday, October 19th.
The crash, involving a pedestrian, took place around 8:30 pm near the intersection with Crescent Drive. A medical emergency team was called to the scene of the crash. First responders rendered medical aid to the victim, however, she was pronounced dead at the crash scene.
The Tallahassee Police Department is currently investigating the accident. The victim is 67-year-old Vera Anne Orlock. Police ask anyone with information regarding the accident to 850-891-4200 to speak with the TPD Traffic Homicide Unit or call Crime Stoppers at 850-574-TIPS.
Pedestrian crashes claim, on average, two lives per day in Florida. Last year, there were over 10,000 reported pedestrian crashes. A pedestrian is an especially vulnerable while on busy roadways at nighttime hours, as in this accident. At this time, there is not enough information available to determine whether the drivers or pedestrian might be at fault for this pedestrian's death. A continuing police investigation will provide additional answers.
If you are hurt in a pedestrian accident, you are likely facing painful injuries and an uncertain future. Fortunately, there is hope. The Florida pedestrian accident attorneys at Rubenstein Law will work tirelessly to make sure you are fairly compensated following a pedestrian accident that was not your fault. If we can help you, call us today for a free consultation, 1-800 FL-Legal.
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