Fort Lauderdale Pedestrian Accident Victim Speaks Out About Hit and Run Driver Who Caused Serious Injuries
A Fort Lauderdale, Florida man in a wheelchair following a hit-and-run pedestrian accident has spoken out to the media about the traffic crash that's left him with leg and hip fractures.
According to a South Florida media outlet, 29-year-old Jay Wiegmann was initially involved in a minor rear-end traffic accident at a Fort Lauderdale intersection. Wiegmann reports that when he exited his vehicle to check on the damage of the car he'd rear-ended, he was struck by a pickup truck that sped off.
This hit and run traffic accident occurred in Fort Lauderdale, Fla. near East Las Olas Boulevard and Fiesta Way. Wiegmann told the media he was shocked to be struck by the pickup truck shortly before he lost consciousness in this pedestrian accident with injury. The young man's family is asking the driver to come forward, and Broward County Crime Stoppers are offering a reward for any tips that come in through their anonymous tip line at 954-493-TIPS.
Fort Lauderdale pedestrian traffic accident lawyers may consult to families who seek guidance on whether they should pursue a lawsuit against a negligent or reckless driver who caused death or injury. Pedestrian traffic accidents can happen with no warning and can leave the victims with serious, debilitating injuries and their families in financially challenging situations.
A Broward County, Florida injury attorney with experience advocating for people hurt or killed in pedestrian accidents and other car accident cases can advise families on their legal rights and next steps. Pedestrian accidents claim the lives of roughly 500 Floridians every year and can cause pain, suffering, and disability in those who survive being struck by a car or truck.
Hit and Run Victim Speaks
WSVN.TV April 23, 2011
Broward Crime Stoppers of Broward County, Florida
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