Winter Park, FL (April 29, 2020) - A 77-year-old woman was killed in a pedestrian crash that took place in Winter Park on Tuesday, April 29th. The crash was reported around 5:00 p.m. on Orlando Avenue near the intersection with Morse Boulevard.
Police say that Margaret Bachus was walking near the roadway when she was struck by an unidentified vehicle. Bachus was treated at the scene but later succumbed to her injuries. There is no word on whether the driver stayed at the scene following the crash. The road remained closed for several hours while officials investigated the incident and cleared the roadway.
No additional details are available at this time.
Florida pedestrian accidents take place multiple times each day. On average, there are about two fatal crashes involving pedestrians every day on our roadways. Many accidents take place due to some type of driver negligence. Distraction, impairment, and speeding are among the common causes of serious and fatal pedestrian crashes that take place in our state.
Our condolences go out to the family of Margaret Bachus following this fatal pedestrian crash in Winter Park.
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