Pedestrian Struck by SUV Near Carver Middle School in Orange County

The Florida Highway Patrol is investigating after a pedestrian was struck by an SUV Wednesday morning near Carver Middle School in Orange County.

The September 16, 2026 crash occurred near the intersection of Raleigh Street and Willie Mays Parkway in the Orlo Vista area.

According to preliminary information from FHP, an SUV struck the pedestrian. Raleigh Street was closed in the area following the collision while authorities responded and investigated.

No medical transports were listed in the initial report.

Authorities have not released the pedestrian’s age, provided information about possible injuries or explained what led to the crash.

What Happened Near Carver Middle School?

According to FHP, the collision occurred Wednesday morning near Raleigh Street and Willie Mays Parkway.

Preliminary information indicates that an SUV struck a pedestrian.

The available report does not state where the pedestrian was located immediately before impact, which direction the SUV was traveling or whether the pedestrian was crossing Raleigh Street at the time.

Raleigh Street was shut down in the area following the crash.

Was the Pedestrian Injured?

The pedestrian’s condition has not been reported.

The initial report states that no transports were listed, but that does not establish whether the pedestrian was injured or received treatment at the scene.

No information was provided about the SUV driver or whether anyone inside the vehicle was injured.

Because this is a developing investigation, additional information may become available as FHP releases its findings.

What Caused the Orange County Pedestrian Crash?

FHP has not yet reported what caused the collision.

Investigators may attempt to determine where the pedestrian and SUV were positioned immediately before impact and whether either had the right-of-way.

Other potential considerations could include vehicle speed, visibility, driver attention, roadway conditions and whether the pedestrian was within a marked or unmarked crossing area.

There is currently no evidence establishing that the SUV driver or pedestrian violated a traffic law.

Florida Law Governing Drivers and Pedestrians

Florida Statute § 316.130 establishes a number of rules governing interactions between pedestrians and motor vehicles.

The duties of each person depend heavily on the circumstances.

For example, drivers must yield to pedestrians under certain circumstances, while pedestrians also have responsibilities concerning when and where they enter a roadway.

Determining which provisions apply here will require additional information about where the pedestrian was located and how the collision occurred.

The Location Near Carver Middle School May Be Relevant

The crash happened near Carver Middle School, but the available report does not state whether the pedestrian was a student, whether school traffic was present or whether the collision had any connection to the school.

Those facts should not be assumed based solely on the location.

Investigators may nevertheless document traffic controls, pedestrian facilities, signage, lighting and roadway markings in the area as part of determining how the crash occurred.

Visibility and Driver Attention May Be Examined

Visibility can be particularly important in pedestrian crash investigations.

Investigators may consider the time of day, available lighting, surrounding traffic, parked vehicles or other objects that could have affected the driver’s or pedestrian’s view.

Driver attention may also be examined.

There is currently no report suggesting that distraction contributed to this collision.

Speed May Be Part of the Investigation

Investigators may attempt to determine how fast the SUV was traveling before impact.

Florida Statute § 316.183 requires motorists to operate at a reasonable and prudent speed under existing conditions.

The initial report does not indicate that the SUV was speeding.

Even when speeding is not alleged, vehicle speed can still be relevant when reconstructing a pedestrian collision because it affects stopping distance, reaction time and impact forces.

Evidence That Could Help Determine What Happened

Potential evidence may include:

• Traffic or surveillance camera footage
• Video from nearby homes, businesses or school property
• Dash camera footage
• Witness statements
• Crash-scene photographs and measurements
• Vehicle damage
• Tire marks and roadway debris
• Event data recorder information
• Roadway signs and markings
• Lighting and visibility conditions
• 911 and emergency response records
• Cellphone records when legally obtainable

Video footage could be particularly useful in determining where the pedestrian was located and how the SUV approached the area.

Who Could Be Liable for a Pedestrian Crash?

Liability depends on the circumstances surrounding the collision.

If evidence establishes that a driver failed to yield when legally required, was distracted, traveled too fast for conditions or otherwise operated a vehicle negligently, the driver could potentially be responsible for resulting injuries.

Pedestrian conduct can also be examined when determining responsibility.

Florida Statute § 768.81 may become relevant if evidence establishes that more than one person’s actions contributed to an accident.

At this stage, there is not enough information to determine whether anyone was negligent.

Potential Legal Options If the Pedestrian Was Injured

If the pedestrian suffered injuries, potential insurance and personal injury claims would depend on the circumstances of the crash, the severity of the injuries and available coverage.

Medical documentation can become important in establishing the nature and extent of injuries following a pedestrian collision.

Because no medical transport was listed in the initial report, the pedestrian’s condition remains unclear.

A lack of immediate transportation to a hospital does not, by itself, establish whether someone suffered an injury.

FHP Continues to Investigate the Orange County Crash

The Florida Highway Patrol is investigating the September 16 collision near Raleigh Street and Willie Mays Parkway in Orange County’s Orlo Vista area.

Preliminary information indicates that an SUV struck a pedestrian near Carver Middle School.

Raleigh Street was closed in the area following the crash, and no medical transports were listed in the initial report.

Authorities have not released the pedestrian’s age, condition or additional details explaining how the collision occurred.

We hope the pedestrian and everyone involved in the crash are safe and that anyone who may have been injured receives the care they need.