A tragic series of events unfolded on Dale Mabry Highway when a woman was struck and killed by no fewer than six different vehicles while attempting to cross the road. The incident, which took place on Saturday evening around 8:15 p.m., occurred just north of Sunlake Boulevard, according to statements from the Florida Highway Patrol. The first vehicle to hit her was identified as a Lexus SUV, which was being driven by an 83-year-old woman from Land O' Lakes.
As reported by WTSP, following the initial impact with the Lexus, the woman was subsequently hit by five other vehicles. With drivers stopped and scattered across the highway, the scene was described as one of shocking and sudden calamity. The Florida Highway Patrol affirmed in a news release that the collective efforts of six different drivers to avoid the fatality were ultimately in vain.
In a detailed account by WFLA, it was mentioned that the identity of the woman has not been released to the public. As the investigation presses on, authorities are piecing together the sequence of events that led to this multi-vehicular tragedy, which pronounced the woman dead at the scene. The highway, known for its busy traffic, became a stage for this unfortunate incident, spotlighting the inherent risks pedestrians face.
All six drivers involved remained at the scene following the string of impacts, being cooperative with law enforcement investigations, as stated by FOX 13 News. The Florida Highway Patrol has not suggested any charges at this time and comments from the drivers have not been made public as the investigation continues.
