Lake City, FL – Fatal Car Accident at 216th St and 51st Dr
Lake City, FL (July 12, 2020) – Around 1:37 p.m. this afternoon, a fatal car accident took place at an intersection in Lake City.
According to police, the collision took place when two vehicles collided at the intersection of 216th Street and 51st Drive.
Paramedics and numerous other responders were called to the scene of the accident where they found that one person tragically passed away at the scene. It is not known if any other parties were injured.
The road was blocked at the intersection for several hours while police cleared the scene and worked on their investigation. The investigation is ongoing.
We would like to offer our deepest condolences to the family of the deceased victim at this time.
Fatal Accidents in Florida
In 2018, it was reported that over 3,004 fatalities took place in the entire state of Florida. Fatal accidents occur every day in Florida but the truth is, many of these accidents can be prevented. Suffering losses due to a fatal accident can be difficult for a family. Surviving family members are urged to speak with a wrongful death attorney as soon as possible after an accident that is not their fault.
For years, our personal injury attorneys at Sheftall & Associates are dedicated to helping families after they have suffered losses due to an accident. We understand how overwhelming an accident can be as you grieve your losses while you attempt to financially afford the bills that pile up against you. We will help you work toward compensation for these losses. Please contact a Florida accident attorney for more information on your options at (904) 569-6025.
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