Jacksonville, FL (May 24, 2020) – Last afternoon, May 23, a pedestrian crash with serious injuries occurred at a Jacksonville intersection.

The accident took place around noon at the intersection of Fort George Road and Heckscher Drive. An unidentified pedestrian was attempting to cross the street when they were struck by a vehicle.

Jacksonville Fire Rescue and paramedics assisted the victim, who was seriously injured. They were transported to a local hospital for treatment but their current condition is not known.

At this time, the investigation into the collision continues.

Our thoughts are with the injured victim and their family in hopes of a full recovery.

Pedestrian Accidents in Florida 

Pedestrian accidents commonly lead to serious and traumatic injuries due to the fact that pedestrians are some of the most vulnerable parties on our roads. In 2016 alone, over 35 pedestrians were killed in Jacksonville pedestrian accidents and many more received injuries. Facing the aftermath of one of these collisions can have a huge impact on your life and recovery, which is why it is important that you seek the help of a personal injury attorney in Florida.

Our Florida accident attorneys at Sheftall & Associates understand how stressed you may be feeling after one of these complex accidents. We have compassion toward your accident claim and will help you gain compensation to cover your losses following a life-altering accident. If you have been injured and you are unsure about where to turn, please contact a skilled pedestrian accident attorney at (904) 575-9026 to get started on working toward compensation.

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.