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Volusia County, FL (May 1, 2019) - A 72-year-old man died in a pedestrian crash in Volusia County on Wednesday, May 1st. The crash took place on US-92 near Stone Street around 4:15 a.m.
Troopers with the Florida Highway Patrol were among the first to arrive at the crash scene. According to investigators, Robert Jacobs was walking in the roadway when he was hit by a 1997 Buick Century that was traveling in the eastbound lanes of US-92. The driver, a 29-year-old from North Carolina, told authorities that she did not see Jacobs walking in the roadway.
Jacobs died at the crash scene. The accident remains under investigation and there is no word on whether the driver faces any charges. Alcohol was not involved in the crash.
About two fatal pedestrian crashes are reported in Florida each day. Sadly, most pedestrian accidents result in injuries requiring hospitalization. Pedestrians can have their lives completely altered in a matter of seconds following a crash. In this accident, it remains too early to tell whether the driver will be determined at fault for the pedestrian's injuries. Our thoughts are with the family of Robert Jacobs during this difficult time.
The Florida pedestrian accident attorneys at Rubenstein Law understand and appreciate the serious consequences that you are experiencing in the aftermath of a Florida pedestrian crash. We know that your life can be changed for the worse and we are prepared to fight for you as you walk along your road to recovery. For a free consultation with a member of our team, please give us a call at 1-800 FL-Legal.
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