32-Year-Old Pedestrian Killed After Being Struck by Two Vehicles on U.S. 92 in DeLand, Florida

A 32-year-old man was killed after being struck by two separate vehicles while attempting to cross U.S. Highway 92 in DeLand, Florida, early Sunday morning, October 18, 2026.

According to the Florida Highway Patrol (FHP), the fatal pedestrian accident occurred shortly before 5:30 a.m. at the intersection of East International Speedway Boulevard (U.S. 92) and North Kepler Road in Volusia County.

Troopers reported that the pedestrian was attempting to cross U.S. 92 against a red pedestrian signal displaying “Don’t Walk” when he was struck by a GMC Sierra driven by an 18-year-old woman.

The initial impact threw the man into other travel lanes, where he was struck a second time by a Volkswagen Atlas driven by a 44-year-old man.

The pedestrian died at the scene.

Both drivers remained at the location while authorities investigated. The collision resulted in an extended closure of the eastbound lanes of U.S. 92.

The Florida Highway Patrol continues investigating the crash.

What Happened in the Fatal DeLand Pedestrian Accident?

The collision occurred just before 5:30 a.m. Sunday at the intersection of U.S. 92 and North Kepler Road.

According to an FHP crash report, the 32-year-old pedestrian was attempting to cross U.S. 92 while the pedestrian traffic signal displayed a red “Don’t Walk” indication.

At the same time, an 18-year-old woman was driving a GMC Sierra through the intersection.

Troopers said the GMC driver had a green traffic signal.

The driver reportedly attempted to swerve to avoid the pedestrian but was unable to prevent the collision.

The GMC Sierra struck the man, throwing him into other lanes of traffic.

A Volkswagen Atlas driven by a 44-year-old man subsequently struck the pedestrian.

The man suffered fatal injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene.

FHP has not publicly identified the pedestrian or either driver in the information provided.

Pedestrian Struck by GMC Sierra and Volkswagen Atlas

The fatal accident involved two separate vehicle impacts.

According to the Florida Highway Patrol, the first collision occurred when the GMC Sierra struck the pedestrian as he attempted to cross the intersection.

The impact caused the pedestrian to be thrown into other lanes.

He was then struck by a Volkswagen Atlas traveling through the area.

The report does not specify the direction of travel of the Volkswagen or indicate how much time passed between the two impacts.

Authorities also have not released the speeds of either vehicle.

Those details may be important to investigators reconstructing the sequence of events.

Pedestrians involved in multiple vehicle impacts face an especially high risk of severe or fatal injuries because they may sustain additional trauma after the initial collision.

However, the report does not specify which impact caused the fatal injuries or whether both collisions contributed to the man’s death.

FHP Says Pedestrian Was Crossing Against Don’t Walk Signal

One of the central details released by investigators concerns the pedestrian traffic signal.

Troopers reported that the man was attempting to cross U.S. 92 while the pedestrian signal displayed a red “Don’t Walk” indication.

The GMC Sierra driver, meanwhile, reportedly had a green traffic signal.

According to FHP, the 18-year-old driver attempted to swerve before striking the pedestrian.

These findings may be relevant to determining how the accident occurred and whether any traffic laws were violated.

However, the investigation remains ongoing.

The report does not indicate how long the pedestrian had been in the roadway, whether he had begun crossing during an earlier signal phase or whether visibility affected either driver’s ability to recognize the danger.

Authorities have not announced a final determination of responsibility.

Pedestrian Pronounced Dead at the Scene

The 32-year-old pedestrian died at the scene of the collision.

His identity was not released in the initial report.

Authorities have not disclosed his place of residence or provided information about his family.

The report also does not identify the specific injuries that caused his death.

Neither driver was reported injured in the supplied account.

Both drivers remained at the crash scene as investigators arrived.

The report does not indicate that either driver fled, was arrested or received a traffic citation.

Eastbound U.S. 92 Closed for Several Hours

The fatal crash prompted an extended roadway closure along East International Speedway Boulevard.

According to the report, authorities established a roadblock that shut down eastbound traffic for several hours.

The closure allowed investigators and emergency personnel to respond to the collision.

Fatal pedestrian crashes may require investigators to document vehicle positions, physical evidence, roadway conditions and other details before reopening traffic lanes.

The eastbound roadblock was subsequently cleared.

The report did not specify the exact reopening time or the length of the resulting traffic delays.

Florida Pedestrian Signal Laws

Florida Statute § 316.130 establishes traffic rules for pedestrians, including requirements concerning pedestrian control signals.

Under § 316.130(8), pedestrians generally may not begin crossing a roadway when a pedestrian control signal displays a steady “Don’t Walk” or upraised-hand indication.

The statute also addresses situations in which a pedestrian has already begun crossing before the signal changes.

The distinction can matter when investigators determine whether someone entered an intersection unlawfully or was completing a crossing that began during an authorized signal.

In the DeLand collision, FHP reported that the pedestrian was attempting to cross against a red “Don’t Walk” signal.

However, the initial report does not provide a complete account of the pedestrian’s movements before impact.

Those circumstances may be examined as the investigation continues.

Do Drivers Still Have a Duty to Avoid Pedestrians?

Florida law imposes responsibilities on motorists even when pedestrians are not crossing with the right-of-way.

Florida Statute § 316.130(15) generally requires drivers to exercise due care to avoid colliding with pedestrians.

This responsibility exists alongside the rules requiring pedestrians to obey traffic signals and exercise appropriate caution.

A driver who has a green traffic light is generally authorized to proceed through an intersection, but must still comply with applicable duties of reasonable care.

Whether a driver could reasonably have avoided a particular collision depends on the circumstances.

Relevant considerations may include the pedestrian’s visibility, the vehicle’s speed, the distance available for braking and the amount of time the driver had to react.

In this case, FHP reported that the GMC Sierra driver had a green light and attempted to swerve.

The available report does not establish that either driver was negligent.

Why Early Morning Pedestrian Collisions Can Be Dangerous

The collision occurred shortly before 5:30 a.m., a time when lighting and visibility conditions can be important factors in roadway safety.

Pedestrians may be more difficult for motorists to recognize in low-light conditions, particularly when approaching intersections at normal roadway speeds.

Drivers may also have less time to respond when a pedestrian unexpectedly enters a travel lane.

However, the initial report does not describe the lighting conditions at the intersection or state whether visibility contributed to the crash.

It also does not identify speeding, distraction or impairment as contributing factors.

These possibilities should not be treated as established causes of the DeLand collision.

How Investigators Determine Responsibility in Multi-Vehicle Pedestrian Accidents

When a pedestrian is struck by two vehicles, investigators may need to reconstruct each impact separately.

Potentially relevant evidence includes:

• The official Florida Highway Patrol crash report
• Pedestrian and vehicle traffic signal timing
• Vehicle speed and braking information
• The location of the initial impact
• The pedestrian’s position before the second collision
• Witness statements
• Surveillance or dash-camera footage, if available
• Damage to the GMC Sierra and Volkswagen Atlas
• Roadway lighting and visibility conditions
• Physical evidence collected from the intersection

Investigators may also examine whether either driver had sufficient time to recognize and respond to the pedestrian.

In a multiple-impact collision, determining the sequence of events can be important both for understanding how the crash occurred and for evaluating whether any legally actionable conduct contributed to the death.

The initial report does not indicate which evidence has been collected.

Who May Be Liable After a Fatal Pedestrian Accident in Florida?

Civil liability following a fatal pedestrian collision depends on whether the evidence establishes negligence or another legally actionable basis for responsibility.

The fact that a pedestrian was struck by a vehicle does not automatically mean that the driver was at fault.

Likewise, a pedestrian’s violation of a traffic signal does not necessarily eliminate every possible legal question concerning the actions of other road users.

Florida’s comparative fault provisions under § 768.81 may affect certain negligence claims when multiple parties share responsibility.

In cases involving more than one vehicle, the actions of each driver may need to be evaluated individually.

The reported circumstances of this accident include a pedestrian crossing against a “Don’t Walk” signal, a GMC driver traveling through a green light and a second vehicle striking the pedestrian after the initial collision.

Those facts are important, but they do not establish a complete legal determination of responsibility.

Wrongful Death Claims After Fatal Pedestrian Collisions

Florida’s Wrongful Death Act, §§ 768.16 through 768.26, provides a legal framework for certain claims when a person’s death results from another party’s legally actionable conduct.

When the requirements are met, the deceased person’s personal representative may bring a wrongful death action on behalf of the estate and eligible survivors.

Potential damages depend on the circumstances and may include certain financial losses, funeral expenses and other losses recognized under Florida law.

However, a fatal pedestrian collision does not automatically establish grounds for a wrongful death lawsuit.

A claim requires evidence supporting the applicable legal elements.

In the October 18 DeLand crash, authorities have not announced a final determination of fault.

FHP Continues Investigating Fatal U.S. 92 Pedestrian Crash

The October 18 collision at East International Speedway Boulevard and North Kepler Road resulted in the death of a 32-year-old pedestrian.

According to the Florida Highway Patrol, the man was attempting to cross U.S. 92 against a red “Don’t Walk” signal when he was struck by a GMC Sierra driven by an 18-year-old woman who had a green light.

The first impact threw him into other lanes, where a Volkswagen Atlas driven by a 44-year-old man struck him again.

The pedestrian died at the scene.

Both drivers remained at the location, and the eastbound lanes of U.S. 92 were closed for several hours before reopening.

The crash remains under investigation.

We extend our condolences to the victim’s family and loved ones following this tragic accident.