Florida Personal Injury Lawyers Blog
MARION COUNTY, FL – A search is underway for the driver who struck and injured a pedestrian in Marion County on Monday, March 17.
According to the Ocala Star-Banner, the victim was walking on the shoulder of County Road 42 near Southeast 203rd Avenue in Umatilla when the incident happened at about 2:30 a.m.
The Florida Highway Patrol said the pedestrian was struck from behind by an unknown vehicle that veered off the road near Southeast 203rd Avenue. The victim, a 27-year-old Ocala man, suffered injuries that were serious but not life-threatening.
The driver involved left the scene after the collision. So far there has been no description of the vehicle. Anyone who may have witnessed the crash was asked to contact the Florida Highway Patrol Ocala office.
If you or someone you care for has been harmed in a pedestrian accident involving a reckless driver, an experienced lawyer can provide the help you need. Our Florida pedestrian accident lawyers at Whittel & Melton will begin investigating the cause of your accident promptly and work aggressively towards getting you the full and fair financial compensation you deserve. Give us a call at 866-608-5529 or contact us online to arrange a free consultation.