Tallahassee, FL (May 13, 2020) - Authorities have identified the victim in a fatal pedestrian crash that took place in Tallahassee on Monday, May 11th. The crash happened around 5:50 a.m.
Police say that 24-year-old Auvion Bradshaw was walking on Springhill Road when she was hit by a vehicle that was traveling northbound. Rescue workers arrived at the scene and found Bradshaw suffering from serious injuries. She was rushed to Tallahassee Memorial Hospital where she was later pronounced dead. There were no additional injuries reported and it is not clear what caused the crash to occur. The driver has not been identified.
The Florida Highway Patrol is investigating. There is no word on whether charges are expected at this time.
Pedestrian accidents in Florida take place every day throughout our state. While these crashes vary in their severity, a large number of them will result in serious injuries or death for the victim. In fact, about 75% of all Florida pedestrian accident will cause the victim to be hospitalized. Approximately half of these crashes will cause serious injuries that require prolonged hospital stays and extensive medical treatment. Pedestrians are frequently hurt when they are struck by negligent drivers who are not driving in a safe manner.
Our thoughts are with the family of Auvion Bradshaw following this fatal pedestrian crash in Tallahassee.
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