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Tampa, FL (February 15, 2019) - A motorcyclist was killed in crash on an overpass in Tampa on Friday, February 15th. The crash happened on State Road 400 near 50th Street.
Police say that 35-year-old Eric Jordan was riding his motorcycle on SR 400 when he collided with another motorcycle. Jordan's motorcycle then continued on and struck a barrier wall. Jordan was thrown from the bike and fell approximately 100 feet onto 50th Street below the overpass. Jordan later died at a local hospital.
The other motorcyclist fled the scene following the collision, leaving his female passenger behind. When police arrived, they located the passenger, identified as 30-year-old Amy Jones. Police are asking anyone with information regarding the crash to call the Florida Highway Patrol at 813-558-1800.
We extend our deepest condolences to the family and loved ones of Eric Jordan following this tragic hit-and-run crash in Tampa. Hit-and-run accidents account for about 25% of all Florida car accidents. Annually, this amounts to over 100,000 hit-run-crashes per year. Many hit-and-run accidents involve death or serious injury to the victims and the driver fails to stay around to be held accountable for their negligent actions.
A hit-and-run driver should face responsibility as there are civil and criminal implications for failing to stay on scene. At Rubenstein Law, our Florida car accident attorneys have dealt with numerous hit-and-run cases and we understand the complexity of what you are going through. We will fight for you to help ensure that you are not left bearing the burden of the death of your loved one.
We are standing by waiting to take your call. For a free consultation, contact us at 1-800 FL-Legal.
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