Updating Breaking News: Tampa woman dies after being struck by vehicle in Hillsborough County

In Summary:

A Tampa pedestrian died after being struck by a southbound Lexus sedan on US-41, according to the Florida Highway Patrol. The collision happened near West 122nd Avenue at approximately 9:30 pm on August 17. The 53-year-old woman was hospitalized with serious injuries and died the following day.

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A 53-year-old Tampa woman died Monday from injuries she suffered when a vehicle struck her on US-41, according to an update from the Florida Highway Patrol.

The collision occurred at approximately 9:30 pm Sunday, August 17, near West 122nd Avenue.

FHP reported that a Lexus sedan driven by a 37-year-old Dade City man was traveling south on US-41 as the woman attempted to cross the highway.

The pedestrian entered the sedan’s path and was struck, according to the crash report. She suffered serious injuries and was transported to an area hospital.

FHP said the woman died August 18 from injuries sustained in the collision. Her name was not released in the information provided.

Key Points:

• The collision occurred at approximately 9:30 pm on August 17, 2026.
• The crash happened on US-41 near West 122nd Avenue.
• FHP said the pedestrian attempted to cross the highway and entered the path of a southbound Lexus sedan.
• The Lexus was driven by a 37-year-old Dade City man.
• The 53-year-old Tampa woman died August 18 from injuries suffered in the collision.