Largo, FL (August 5, 2020) - A police officer from Largo was hurt after being hit by a bus on Tuesday, October 4th. The crash took place just after 2:00 p.m. at the intersection of 134th Avenue and 121st Street N.

The officer was conducting surveillance in the area when a dog began chasing him. As the officer attempted to run from the dog, he was struck by a Pinellas Suncoast Transit Authority Bus. The officer was taken to a Largo hospital to be treated for non-life-threatening injuries. There is no further word on his condition or an update on his identity at this time.

The Largo Police Department is investigating the wreck. There is no additional information available. 

Car accidents in Florida are reported approximately every 92 seconds. This means that there is a crash taking place somewhere in our state at any given time. Motorists and passengers must always be alert and should never underestimate the risks associated with travel. Each day, many innocent victims will have their lives changed forever due to the actions of a negligent driver.

Our thoughts and condolences go out to the victim in this Largo car accident.

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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