Tragic Pedestrian Fatality on Dundee Road | Tampa News

A heartbreaking tragedy unfolded Friday night in Polk County when a 78-year-old man was fatally struck by a car on Dundee Road—just as he crossed the street with a flashlight, away from a crosswalk. The driver, a Toyota Camry heading eastbound, reportedly didn’t see him, and early reports rule out speeding, distraction, or impairment. Authorities shut down lanes for over two hours while investigating, but no criminal charges are expected. A sobering moment that underscores how fast life can change behind the wheel. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/a201514fdd3bda9a