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Release Number: 09-262 |
For Immediate Release |
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Public Information Office |
October 6, 2009 |
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Debbie Carter: dcarter@hcso.tampa.fl.us |
(813) 247-8060 |
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Who:
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Vehicle: 1999 Ford Explorer Driver: Federico Alonzo-Frias, DOB 3-10-86 6415 Olympia Avenue Tampa
Passengers: Juan Patino-Grajales, DOB 8-6-49 (Fatality) 4718 George Road Tampa
Waldo Abreu, DOB 2-4-87 4734 George Road Tampa |
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Traffic fatality |
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October 6, 2009 |
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Memorial Highway and George Road |
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Why/How:
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The 1999 Ford Explorer was traveling eastbound on Memorial Highway west of George Road at a high rate of speed. The driver came upon a vehicle in the left lane, and attempted to pass the vehicle on the right and lost control in the passing maneuver. The vehicle crossed the median and overturned. The right front passenger (Juan Patino-Grajales) died at the scene from injuries sustained in the crash. The driver and rear seat passenger were transported to St. Joseph’s Hospital. The driver was treated and released, the passenger (Waldo Abreu) is listed in stable condition. The investigation continues. |
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