TAMPA, FL – A man’s life was claimed after a collision that took place on George J. Bean Parkway outside of Tampa International Airport Tuesday.
Tampa police told FOX 13 News that they shut down Spruce Street and the I-275 exit for the scene clearance and investigation period.
The police department is working to determine the events leading to the man’s death and has not released his identity at this time.
TAMPA, FL – A man was rushed to a hospital where he later died after a collision on West Waters Avenue Thursday, WFLA reports.
The crash took place after 9 p.m. between North Dakota Avenue and North Orleans Avenue. Tampa police said that EMS crews performed CPR before sending him to the hospital.
The details behind the wreck and the man’s identity have not been revealed.
RUSKIN, FL – A collision between a trash truck and several cargo trains on Old Highway 41 led to a fire, claiming the truck driver’s life Tuesday.
The Hillsborough County Fire Rescue team told ABC Action News that they were summoned to the scene before 12:30 p.m. and managed to cast out the fire half an hour after arriving.
Fire crews confirmed the truck driver passed away at the wreckage site and noted that the truck was hauling sand and the CSX train gravel.
TAMPA, FL – A woman in her 70s died Thursday after being struck by a falling tree branch in the aftermath of Hurricane Milton, which made landfall just the day before.
This incident occurred before 11 a.m. on North Nebraska Avenue, amid hurricane reconstruction efforts and the debris cleanup procedure, WFLA reports.
The woman, whose identity remains undisclosed, succumbed to her injuries at the scene before officers arrived. At this time, police believe this event was an accident but will continue their investigation and work to determine whether other factors played a part.
New Year’s Eve is upon us and our Tampa Bay Injury Lawyers at Whittel & Melton want you to start 2022 off stress free. We want you to enjoy the celebrations and reflections of this past year, but also keep in mind the bright possibilities for the year to come. With that said, stay alert to what is going on around you and be extra to avoid ringing in the New Year with the added cost of a DUI arrest or an unnecessary injury.
Drinking
New Year’s Eve often involves popping champagne bottles. While this is a lovely tradition, be mindful that the corks can go all over and hit eyes. Be sure to aim corks away from people to avoid a tragedy. Another wise tip: keep an eye on your drink at all times, especially if you are at a large party or bar. Make your own drink or have the bartender do the mixing and do not leave your drink unattended.
A 29-year-old Lakeland man was killed Thursday in a multi-vehicle crash on State Road 60 at the intersection with Grape Hammock Road in Lake Wales.
According to the Polk County Sheriff’s Office, the 2:45 p.m. crash involved four vehicles, including two semis, which resulted in significant diesel fuel and oil on the roadway and debris.
Deputies said a silver 2012 Volkswagen car being driven by the man Lakeland was heading westbound on SR 60 just west of Grape Hammock Rd at a high rate of speed when it began to hydroplane, as it was raining heavily at the time.
The VW went into the eastbound lane and bounced off of a 2019 red Kia Sorento. The VW rotated and was then struck by an eastbound 1986 Kenworth semi truck pulling a trailer, causing significant damage and killing the Lakeland man.
The semi exited the roadway and came to a rest in a ditch, with the trailer still in the eastbound lane.
Another semi heading westbound struck some debris from the crash and came to a controlled stop.
None of the other drivers were injured.
Hydroplaning happens when road conditions are wet and the surface of the asphalt becomes slippery. The combination of moisture and oil residue on roadways can result in a very slippery surface. For drivers experiencing this, the tires of their vehicle can become separated from the road surface by a thin layer of water, and they can experience a loss of steering, as well as a loss of braking ability and vehicle control. A hydroplane crash can be catastrophic, as this case shows, and affect multiple vehicles and cause significant injuries and property damage.
A motorcyclist has been pronounced dead after apparently losing control of his bike on U.S. 19 and then being struck by a car.
The crash shut down northbound U.S. 19 just south of 126th Avenue for hours Sunday morning.
Pinellas Park Police believe the 22-year-old motorcyclist was speeding when he lost control and was thrown off the bike.
Police say the driver of a passing vehicle tried to stop traffic, but another vehicle drove through and struck the biker. Another vehicle struck the bike debris.
Police say everyone is cooperating with the investigation. No one else was hurt.
The aftermath of motorcycle accidents can be devastating. While some bike riders can escape a crash with just minor injuries, in many speed-related accidents, the rider can suffer life changing injuries, that may include:
If you’ve been injured or lost someone you love in a motorcycle accident, our Pinellas County Motorcycle Accident Attorneys at Whittel & Melton can help level the playing field against insurance companies and fight for what you deserve. We handle all motorcycle accident cases on a contingency fee basis, meaning that you pay no legal fee unless we obtain financial compensation for you through an insurance settlement or jury verdict.
A 3-year-old boy drowned in a pool Saturday afternoon in Tarpon Springs.
According to Tarpon Springs police, the drowning happened at a home on Stone Creek Drive.
Authorities believe the incident was accidental.
The case remains under investigation.
Swimming pools can bring lots of fun, but they can also be the source of drowning and near-drowning deaths. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports the following statistics:
When a drowning accident occurred in a private backyard pool, many victims and/or their families are hesitant about taking legal action. This is usually because the pool owner is a friend or neighbor. Our Tampa Bay Swimming Pool and Drowning Accident Attorneys at Whittel & Melton want you to know that a person’s homeowner’s insurance, and not their personal assets, typically provides the financial compensation in a drowning accident lawsuit. We are prepared to pursue the compensation that you and your family need and deserve. You will never pay any fees whatsoever unless we secure a financial award for you.
A 7-year-old boy is in critical condition at the hospital after he was hit by an SUV in Clearwater Tuesday night.
Emergency crews responded to a call at an apartment complex in the 2200 block of Nursery Road a little after 7:30 p.m. Upon arrival, officers on scene were told the boy was riding a bike in the parking lot of the apartment complex when he rode into the path of a Nissan Armada, which ultimately hit the child.
The driver remained on scene and is cooperating with the investigation, according to officials in Clearwater.
The boy was taken to Bayfront Health in Saint Petersburg and is in critical condition, according to officials.
When drivers fail to take proper safety precautions and check all areas surrounding their vehicle, parking lots can be the site of very serious or even deadly pedestrian or bicycle accidents. Larger vehicles, especially SUVs and trucks, have several blind spots, so driver’s must pay extra attention to their surroundings. There are far too many preventable accidents that occur every day when driver’s do not take a few extra seconds to check out the area before beginning to drive.
A woman, who caused a crash that killed three after she suffered a seizure, was in a wheelchair at her pretrial hearing Monday morning.
In August of 2017, prosecutors say the woman was driving over 100 miles per hour when she slammed into a Hyundai, killing a man, his wife and their 8-year-old daughter.
Investigators say the woman did not stick around after the crash. She fled the scene, but did not make it far.
Police caught up with the woman a couple of miles from the crime scene.
While being questioned by detectives, she allegedly said she takes anti-anxiety medication for her seizures.
She was emotional after the crash, even breaking down during a bond hearing.
Fleeing the scene of an accident, or hit and run, is a very serious criminal offense. Under Florida state law, drivers are required to stop and exchange information or render assistance when they are involved in an accident that causes property damage or bodily injury. Even though it is against the law to leave the scene after an accident, data from the AAA Foundation For Traffic Safety shows that 11% of all car accidents involve hit-and-run drivers.
When a driver flees the scene of an accident, they leave behind victims without taking any responsibility for their actions. Our Tampa Bay Auto Accident Attorneys at Whittel & Melton regularly file personal injury and wrongful death claims on behalf of those injured or killed in hit-and-run accidents. We can answer any questions you may have regarding your legal options following an incident involving a fleeing driver.
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