PARRISH — A 19-year-old man from Parrish was killed Saturday morning in a tragic pedestrian crash along US-301 (State Road 43), south of Prosperity Lakes Boulevard, the Florida Highway Patrol reported.

The driver of the vehicle, a 31-year-old man from Wimauma, was traveling southbound on US-301 shortly before 9:40 a.m. in a pickup truck.

At the same time, the 19-year-old pedestrian was within the southbound lane of US-301, in the same area.

For reasons still under investigation, the front right side of the pickup truck collided with the pedestrian.

The young man was pronounced deceased at the scene.

The Florida Highway Patrol continues to investigate the circumstances surrounding the collision.

We Urge Drivers To Always Keep An Eye Out For Pedestrians, Bicyclists, and Wheelchairs, Even Where They Are Not Expected

At our firm, we’ve seen far too many lives lost in preventable pedestrian crashes—especially along major roadways like US-301 where high speeds and limited pedestrian infrastructure increase the risk.

To help prevent future tragedies, we urge all drivers to:

• Slow down in mixed-use or residential areas. Even roads that seem primarily for vehicle traffic may have pedestrians nearby—especially near intersections or driveways.
• Stay alert and avoid distractions. A second of inattention can have lifelong consequences.
• Expect the unexpected. Be prepared for pedestrians to appear in unexpected places, especially in areas where sidewalks or crosswalks may be missing.

For pedestrians, especially teens and young adults:

• Use sidewalks and crosswalks whenever available.
• Avoid walking in roadways whenever possible—especially busy highways.
• Wear bright or reflective clothing during early morning or evening hours.

We extend our deepest condolences to the family of the young man who lost his life in this heartbreaking incident.

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