From the Florida Highway Patrol
In Summary:
An 86-year-old Zephyrhills man was struck and killed while attempting to cross US-301 north of Pretty Pond Road, according to the Florida Highway Patrol. Troopers say the pedestrian entered the path of a northbound Chevy pickup driven by a 60-year-old woman, and he died at the scene.
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Troopers from the Florida Highway Patrol responded to a collision yesterday in Pasco County that resulted in the death of a pedestrian.
According to the FHP report, at approximately 6:06 pm, a Chevy pickup, driven by a 60-year-old Zephyrhills woman, was traveling northbound on US-301.
North of Pretty Pond Road, an 86-year-old Zephyrhills man attempted to walk across the highway, entered the path of and was struck by the vehicle.
The pedestrian suffered fatal injuries at the scene of the crash.
The FHP did not release the names of the driver or the pedestrian involved in the collision.
This is breaking news and may be updated if more details are known.
Key Points:
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The fatal crash occurred around 6:06 p.m. on US-301 in Pasco County.
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FHP reports the pedestrian walked into the vehicle’s path, resulting in immediate fatal injuries.
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Authorities have not released the names of either the victim or the driver, and the investigation remains ongoing.
