CLEWISTON, FL. -- Bipinchandra A. Patel, 67 , a pedestrian, was northbound, attempting to cross US 27, west of West Arcade in Clewiston, in an area where it is illegal to do so, according to the Florida Highway Patrol report, and was struck by a car while attempting to cross the street.
The accident happened about 6 p.m. Friday, December 3rd.
Johnny Jones, 58 was west bound on US 27 in a left turn lane when his 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis hit Patel. Patel was transported to Hendry Regional Medical Center, where he died as a result of his injuries. Jones had no injuries.
An investigation is pending on whether alcohol was a contributing cause regarding Patel.
Bipinchandra A. Patel was a great soul. He was a great son of Goji. Great loss for our town.He lived his life with humor.
ReplyDeleteThe question is whether he was awake or was under the influence of alcohol?
ReplyDeleteHe was a great Soul, Always remembered by the family...
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