News: Pedestrian struck and killed by van on roadway near Hudson

HUDSON, FL – The Florida Highway Patrol said a pedestrian died after being hit by a vehicle in Pasco County early Wednesday morning.

WFLA reports the victim was walking in the travel lane of Bolton Avenue east of US-19 near Hudson when the accident happened shortly after midnight.

The pedestrian, a 51-year-old man, was in the path of a van nearing Omaha Street and was struck by the van.  The man was pronounced dead at the scene.

According to the report, the FHP said there are no sidewalks or crosswalks in the area where the victim was hit.  The driver of the van was a 59-year-old man from Hudson.

At Whittel & Melton, our experienced team of Pasco County Pedestrian Accident Attorneys are here to help if you have been struck by a vehicle on area roadways.  We will review your case and do everything we can to get you compensation for your medical bills and other accident-related expenses. Contact us today at 866-608-5529 to schedule a free, no-obligation consultation.