BRANDON, FL – State troopers said a man riding a motor scooter was killed in an accident in Brandon on Thursday night, according to the Tampa Bay Times.
The incident happened as the man was entering the driveway of a Walmart store on State Road 60 at about 10 p.m. The Florida Highway Patrol said the scooter was making a left turn when it was struck by a westbound Toyota Camry. The scooter rider, a 36-year-old man from Valrico, was pronounced dead at the scene. His name was not immediately released.
The Toyota driver, a 22-year-old Valrico woman, and a 1-year-old boy who was her passenger were not injured in the crash.
Riders of motorized scooters encounter many types of road hazards that can result in serious injuries or fatalities. So if you’ve been hurt or lost a loved one in an accident involving a motorized scooter or moped, the Hillsborough County Personal Injury Lawyers at Kemp Law Group can help you pursue compensation for your injury and related costs. You will not be charged a fee unless we win a settlement. To request a free consultation where we can discuss your case and answer any questions, submit our contact form or call us today at 727-835-8327.
