Articles Posted in Pedestrian Accident

A tragic crash in Sumter County claimed the life of a 16-year-old boy from Wildwood on Tuesday night, according to the Florida Highway Patrol (FHP). The deadly collision occurred just before 10 p.m. on State Road 44 at County Road 229, an area known for limited lighting and fast-moving traffic. Troopers say a Toyota Tacoma,…

A tragic crash on Florida’s Turnpike in Miami-Dade County left one man dead Saturday morning after he was struck by a tractor-trailer, according to the Florida Highway Patrol (FHP). The fatal collision happened in the southbound lanes of the Turnpike near Southwest 8th Street (Tamiami Trail). Troopers say the pedestrian was attempting to cross the…

A tragic series of events on Silver Star Road in Orange County left a pedestrian dead and a Good Samaritan driver injured after a hit-and-run collision late Monday night. The Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) is actively searching for the driver responsible for the second impact. The fatal crash occurred around 11:10 p.m. near Le Havre…

A tragic crash on U.S. 41 in Bradenton claimed the life of a 35-year-old man Monday night, according to the Florida Highway Patrol (FHP). The fatal incident occurred around 9:15 p.m. near 28th Avenue West and remains under active investigation. This devastating crash highlights the dangers pedestrians face on Florida highways—especially at night—and raises important…

A tragic pedestrian collision in Orange County has claimed the life of a 29-year-old Orlando man after he was struck by an SUV late Saturday night. According to the Florida Highway Patrol, the fatal accident occurred around 10:15 p.m. on Silver Star Road, just east of North Hiawassee Road. Pedestrian fatalities continue to rise throughout…

A tragic pedestrian crash in Tampa has claimed the life of a 75-year-old man, according to the Florida Highway Patrol (FHP). The deadly incident occurred Thursday evening on one of the city’s busiest corridors. Troopers report the crash happened around 6:30 p.m. near Town N Country Boulevard, an area known for heavy rush-hour traffic and…

A disturbing hit-and-run incident in Tamarac was captured on surveillance video, showing the moment a pedestrian was struck, as well as the shocking actions taken by the driver moments afterward. The Broward Sheriff’s Office is now investigating and seeking information from the public. Deputies say the crash occurred late Saturday night around 11:56 p.m. The…

A tragic collision in Port Charlotte has claimed the life of a pedestrian after a vehicle struck him at a busy intersection on Saturday evening. The Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) is investigating the fatal crash, which occurred on November 22 at the intersection of U.S. 41 and Conway Boulevard. According to FHP, a vehicle attempting…

Florida Highway Patrol troopers are investigating a tragic overnight crash on Interstate 4 that left a 24-year-old Tampa woman dead early Tuesday morning. According to FHP, the crash occurred around 2:35 a.m. in the westbound lanes of I-4 near mile marker 27 in Polk County. Investigators said the woman was walking along the interstate when…

A 25-year-old Palmetto woman was struck and killed Thursday afternoon while attempting to cross U.S. 301 in Manatee County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol. The deadly crash took place just miles from another pedestrian fatality earlier the same day, highlighting ongoing concerns about pedestrian safety on major roadways in the region. Troopers say the…