Miami Shores, FL (October 15, 2020) - Two women were involved in a crash after they were struck while jogging in Miami Shores early Thursday. The incident occurred around 6:40 a.m. on Northeast Sixth Avenue near 107th Terrace at the entrance to Miami Country Day School.

The Miami-Dade Police responded to the crash scene. According to Detective Alvaro Zabaleta, a 27-year-old man was traveling southbound on Northeast Sixth Avenue, when he struck the two women as they were crossing the street at the intersection. The women were in a crosswalk when they were hit. One of the joggers was pronounced dead at the scene while the other was transported to a local hospital in critical condition. Neither of the victims has been identified, but police say they were both in their 40s. The driver remained at the scene after the incident and cooperated with the police.

An investigation is ongoing at this time and there is no word on whether charges will be filed. No further details have been released.

When we think of fatal accidents, we often think of cars, motorcycles, trucks, and other vehicles. However, not all accidents involve strictly vehicles. Pedestrians and those who are walking in or near the roadways are at great risk of being seriously hurt or killed when they are struck by a vehicle. There are about two fatal pedestrian crashes in Florida each day and many more crashes where serious injuries will occur.

Our thoughts and condolences are with those affected by this tragic incident in Miami Shores. 

Rubenstein Law is dedicated to serving individuals & families injured by the negligence of others. We know first-hand the heartbreak that can be left behind after an accident. In our news blog, we write about cases of personal injury relevant to our line of work, and we report on news of judgments and appellate cases that affect the rights of personal injury claimants. We feel a responsibility to raise awareness of the injury and tragic loss of life occurring across our state every day.

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