Pedestrian Killed, Two Injured After Being Struck by Truck Near Sawgrass Mills in Sunrise

A pedestrian was killed and two others were injured Wednesday afternoon after being struck by a pickup truck near the busy Sawgrass Mills shopping district in Sunrise, according to local authorities.

The crash occurred shortly before 1:45 p.m. at the intersection of West Sunrise Boulevard and Yellow Toucan Road, just east of Northwest 136th Avenue near Sawgrass Mills.

According to the Sunrise Police Department, a group of pedestrians was crossing the roadway when they were struck by a vehicle believed to be a pickup truck.

Surveillance video from the area reportedly captured the moment several people were crossing the street before the truck hit them.

Emergency responders arrived at the scene and found three injured pedestrians.

One of the victims was pronounced dead at the scene.

The other two individuals were transported to a nearby hospital for treatment. Authorities have not yet released their conditions.

Aerial footage from the scene showed the roadway closed off with police tape and a body covered with a tarp near the truck involved in the crash.

The crash remains under investigation.

Intersections surrounding major shopping centers like Sawgrass Mills can present serious safety risks for pedestrians due to heavy traffic and frequent vehicle turning movements.

Common factors in pedestrian crashes near commercial corridors include:

• Drivers failing to yield at crosswalks
• Speeding or distracted driving
• High pedestrian traffic near retail entrances
• Drivers navigating busy parking areas and intersections

Investigators will likely review surveillance footage, traffic signals, and witness statements to determine exactly how the crash occurred.

Legal Considerations in Pedestrian Injury and Fatality Cases

Under Florida law, drivers must exercise reasonable care to avoid striking pedestrians, particularly when individuals are crossing the roadway at intersections or designated crossings.

When a driver fails to yield or is otherwise negligent, they may be held liable for injuries or fatalities resulting from the crash.

Victims injured in pedestrian accidents may be entitled to compensation for:

• Emergency medical treatment
• Hospitalization and rehabilitation
• Lost wages and future earning capacity
• Pain and suffering

In fatal cases, surviving family members may pursue a wrongful death claim, which can include damages for funeral expenses, loss of companionship, and emotional suffering.

Because this crash occurred in a busy commercial district with surveillance cameras, investigators may use video evidence and accident reconstruction to determine liability.

Police continue to investigate the fatal pedestrian crash at West Sunrise Boulevard and Yellow Toucan Road near Sawgrass Mills.

If you or a loved one has been involved in a similar accident, contact our office today for a free consultation to discuss your legal rights and options.