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PASCO COUNTY, FL – The Florida Highway Patrol released information regarding a collision in Pasco County that claimed the life of a woman in a wheelchair early Saturday morning.
According to WFTS, the fatal accident occurred at the intersection of U.S. 19 and Trouble Creek Road shortly before 1 a.m. The FHP said the victim was trying to cross U.S. 19 in her wheelchair despite having a red pedestrian traffic signal. She was struck by a northbound Mercedes sedan that had a green traffic light.
The woman, a 60-year-old resident of New Port Richey, died after being transported to an area hospital. The driver of the Mercedes was a 46-year-old man from Tampa.
At Whittel & Melton, our experienced team of Pasco County Pedestrian Accident Attorneys are here to help if you or a loved one 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, lost wages, pain and suffering, and more. Contact us today at 866-608-5529 to schedule a free, no-obligation consultation regarding your specific case.