Jacksonville, FL (December 8, 2019) – Police claim that a fatal pedestrian accident took place at a Jacksonville intersection this morning involving a motorcyclist.

The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office found in their initial investigation that a motorcyclist was traveling south on Roosevelt Boulevard approaching St. Johns Avenue when he collided with a pedestrian in the roadway.

The motorcyclist was hospitalized with serious and life-threatening injuries while the pedestrian died at the scene of the accident. Neither was identified.

The investigation into the circumstances of the collision continues.

We would like to offer our deepest condolences to the family of the deceased victim at this time. Our thoughts are with the injured victim and their family in hopes of a full recovery.

Pedestrian Accidents in Florida 

In Jacksonville in 2016, approximately 35 pedestrians were killed in serious accidents. There is nothing as distressing and complex as the aftermath of a pedestrian accident as surviving family members work diligently to obtain reimbursement for their losses. We understand that you are going through a period of grief and that you need an understanding legal advocate on your side, which is why it is important to speak with a Florida wrongful death attorney as soon as possible.

At Sheftall & Associates, our skilled attorneys have dedicated our legal careers to helping victims obtain compensation for an array of aspects. We have helped many victims obtain damages including lost wages, medical bills, funeral costs, and more. There is nothing as devastating as losing a loved one in a preventable accident. Please contact our attorneys in Florida for more information on your claim at 904-647-2296.

Note: As a result of the secondary sources that were used to complete this post, the information included within has not been independently verified by our own staff and may include misinformation. If you read something that, to your knowledge, is incorrect, please contact us as soon as possible and we will correct the inaccuracy.

Disclaimer: As members of the local Jacksonville and broader Florida community, we hope everyone in our community is safe and protected. We cover the events included in this blog as a way to offer support to the victims in similar circumstances and to provide relief during these difficult times. This is not a solicitation for business, and this information should not be misconstrued as medical or legal advice. You should speak with a trained legal professional for more information regarding your situation.