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HERNANDO COUNTY, FL – A car wreck in Hernando County on Friday night claimed the life of a young woman, reports Pasco News Online.
The Florida Highway Patrol was dispatched to the scene on US-19 near State Road 50 after the crash occurred at about 6:20 p.m.
State troopers said their investigation indicated that the driver of a Kia K5 was headed north on US-19 when she lost control of the vehicle and drove off the roadway. The car crossed the shoulder, crashed into a utility pole, went through the parking lot of an animal care center, and came to rest in a wooded area.
The driver, a 20-year-old Spring Hill woman, died after being rushed to an area hospital. Her name has not yet been released.
If you or a loved one were the victim of a motor vehicle crash due to someone else’s negligence, you may be entitled to significant financial compensation under Florida law. The Hernando County Car Accident Lawyers at Whittel & Melton have the skill and experience to get you the full amount of the money you deserve after a traumatic wreck. To schedule a free initial consultation, contact us online or by phone at 866-608-5529.