Florida Personal Injury Lawyers Blog
ALACHUA, FL – Police say a pedestrian accident in Alachua Friday morning left a child dead, according to WGFL.
The incident occurred in the 15400 block of Hipp Way near Criswell Park at about 7 a.m. The Alachua County Sheriff’s Office notified local police that a child had been struck by a car.
Responding officers found the injured victim, a 5-year-old boy. He was pronounced dead after being taken to an area hospital.
The crash is under investigation by the Florida Highway Patrol.
When a pedestrian is hit by a car, motorcycle, or even a bicycle or scooter, the aftermath can be devastating, often resulting in serious injuries or possibly death. Our Alachua County pedestrian accident lawyers at Whittel & Melton know the laws and regulations that apply to pedestrians and we are well experienced when it comes to representing pedestrian injury victims and their families. If you or a family member was harmed after being hit by a vehicle, contact Whittel & Melton today at 866-608-5529 for a free consultation.