FLAGLER COUNTY, Fla. – A tragic incident unfolded late Monday night, resulting in the death of a 59-year-old woman in Flagler County, Florida. The Florida Highway Patrol reported that the woman was fatally pinned by her own vehicle in what they described as a freak accident on Strickland Road.
According to the FHP crash report, the Ormond Beach woman failed to secure her sport utility vehicle in park before exiting the vehicle. Subsequently, the SUV rolled forward and collided with a tree on the driver’s side, trapping the woman between the door and the vehicle.
Tragically, the impact proved fatal, and the woman was pronounced dead at the scene by authorities. Despite the best efforts of emergency responders, there was nothing that could be done to save her life.
As of now, there are no further details available regarding the circumstances surrounding the incident. The local community has been left shocked and saddened by the sudden loss of a member of their community in such a tragic and unexpected manner.
The Florida Highway Patrol is continuing to investigate the incident to determine the exact cause of the accident and to understand how such a devastating event could have occurred.
In the wake of this heartbreaking news, friends, family, and neighbors are left to mourn the loss of a beloved member of their community. The tragic incident serves as a sobering reminder of the unpredictable nature of life and the importance of taking every precaution to ensure one’s safety at all times.