SUV Hits 11 Year Old Pedestrian and Dog in Julington Creek (St. Johns County) Florida
A 16-year-old driver struck an 11-year-old pedestrian and his dog in Julington Creek, Florida. The 11-year-old was treated for minor personal injuries. However, the dog did not survive the collision. According to deputies at the St. Johns County Sheriff's Office, the 16-year-old was driving a 2002 Lexus SUV, drifted from her lane and struck the dog and child. The driver, who was neither personally injured or speeding, received a citation for failure to use due care. For more read 11-year-old reportedly OK after being hit by Lexus SUV, dog killed in collision. Pedestrian accidents can be easily avoided in Florida and other states by simply limiting driver distraction, reducing speed limits, and increasing driver attentiveness. All drivers in the state of Florida have an affirmative duty to exercise due care when encountering pedestrians. For more on Florida law concerning pedestrians and drivers please read Florida Laws Regarding Pedestrians and Traffic Regulations - Importance of Exercising Due Caution When Pedestrians Are Present.
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