Florida Personal Injury Lawyers Blog
UMATILLA, FL – The Florida Highway Patrol released details of a fatal bicycle accident that took place in Umatilla early Wednesday morning, according to WKMG.
The FHP said a pedal cyclist was riding on SE 248th Terrace in Umatilla when the incident happened at about 6 a.m. The bicyclist was struck from behind by a vehicle near County Road 42.
The victim, a 28-year-old man from Umatilla, suffered fatal injuries. The driver of the vehicle, a 37-year-old man, was not injured in the incident.
The area where the collision occurred was dark at the time and does not have street lighting, according to state troopers.
At Whittel & Melton, we have years of experience and knowledge about claims involving bicycle accidents throughout the state of Florida. Our Marion County bicycle accident lawyers represent the interests of victims injured in bicycle accidents by pursuing available claims against the responsible party. If you have been injured in such an accident, contact us online or by phone at 866-608-5529 to schedule a free consultation.