Tampa, FL (September 21, 2019) - A 58-year-old woman from Tampa died in a pedestrian crash on State Road 574. The crash happened on Friday, September 20th around 6:30 a.m.
According to reports from authorities, Olga Reyes-Villeda was walking across SR 574 when she was struck by a 2001 Hyundai Sonata that was traveling westbound. Authorities with the Florida Highway Patrol responded to the scene. Reyes-Villeda was rushed to Tampa General Hospital where she died from her injuries. The driver of the vehicle has not been identified at this time. No one else was hurt in the accident.
There is no further information available.
Our condolences go out to the family of Olga Reyes-Villeda following this fatal Tampa pedestrian accident.
Florida pedestrian accidents can have life-changing impacts in a matter of seconds. Due to the nature of these collisions, the injuries suffered are typically quite severe and can be fatal in the worst cases. Fatal pedestrian accidents are reported around two times per day in our state. Even in crashes that do not involve death, a large majority require hospitalization for serious injuries.
At Rubenstein Law, our team of Florida pedestrian accident attorneys can help when you have been injured at the hands of a negligent driver. We will fight to obtain the compensation you deserve during this difficult time. To speak with us at any time, please call 1-800 FL-Legal.
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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