Waldo, FL (September 21, 2019) - The two victims of a crash on US 301 in Waldo have been identified by police. The crash initially took place on Thursday, September 21st around 7:30 p.m.
According to reports, 21-year-old Jordan Suarez was driving a 1998 BMW sedan northbound on US 301 when, for unknown reasons, his car veered left of the centerline. Suarez's vehicle struck a southbound 2011 Toyota Prius driven by 67-year-old Richard Kissal of Tampa. Both Kissal and Suarez died at the scene of the crash according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
The accident remains under investigation at this time.
Fatal accidents take place in Florida about every three hours. When a fatal crash occurs, police and investigators will take a careful look at the accident scene and will conduct tests and measurements in order to determine what caused the accident to occur. These crashes can be extremely complicated and often require the assistance of experts in order to determine their cause. Our thoughts are with the families of the two victims in this tragic Waldo car accident.
If you have lost a loved one in a Florida car accident, you may be feeling confused and overwhelmed. Following the crash, it is normal to wonder if your life will ever be the same as you struggle to cope with the tragedy. If your loved one was killed through no fault of their own, you may have a claim under Florida's wrongful death law. At Rubenstein Law, our team stands ready to assist you with any and all claims arising from the accident.
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