4 Killed In Orange County Accident Involving Passing
Passing another vehicle is legal in many cases, but that does not make it safe. Overtaking another vehicle requires skill to do safely. Otherwise, it can cause a fatal crash.
Unfortunately, this was recently the case in Orange County. Four people were killed and another was seriously injured in a two-vehicle accident on Central Florida Parkway. The fatal crash occurred on the evening of March 1 in Williamsburg.
A 20-year-old man from Kissimmee was driving a Toyota Camry, while a 26-year-old man from Orlando was driving a BMW M2. Both were heading east on Central Florida Parkway near Whitley Place, with the Toyota in front of the BMW.
Both vehicles were speeding when the BMW attempted to pass the Toyota Camry. The BMW changed lanes from the outside lane to the inside lane. As the BMW attempted to re-enter from the outside lane, its right side collided with the front left of the Toyota.
The impact caused both vehicles to run off the roadway onto the south shoulder. The front of the Toyota then hit a light pole and continued traveling south. It then collided with several trees. A passenger, an 18-year-old man from Windermere, was ejected from the vehicle.
The BMW also traveled south due to the impact and hit several trees.The Kissimmee man driving the Toyota was taken to Orlando Health Dr. P. Phillips Hospital to be treated for serious injuries. A front passenger in the Toyota and the driver of the BMW died at the accident scene.
The Windermere man and a passenger in the BMW, a 23-year-old woman from Orlando, were also taken to Orlando Health Dr. P. Phillips Hospital, where they later died. The accident is still under investigation.
Dangers of Passing
Passing vehicles can be dangerous if done improperly or in risky conditions. Here are some dangers to consider:
- Blind spots. Larger vehicles, such as semi trucks and buses, have significant blind spots, making it difficult for drivers to see passing cars.
- Oncoming traffic. Misjudging distance or speed when passing on a two-lane road can result in head-on collisions.
- No-passing zones. Ignoring road markings or signs can lead to accidents in areas with poor visibility or high risk.
- Speed differences. Passing too slowly increases time in the opposite lane, while excessive speed can reduce reaction time.
- Road conditions. Wet, icy, or uneven roads make lane changes and passing more dangerous.
- Impatient drivers. Sudden moves or aggressive passing can cause accidents, especially in heavy traffic.
Contact Us Today
Passing other vehicles on the roadway is not always safe. There are many elements involved when attempting to overtake other vehicles.
Crashes can happen in many ways. If you have been a victim, seek legal help from the Kissimmee auto accident lawyers at Draper Law Office. Contact us today and you will find out exactly what you and your loved ones are entitled to after a motor vehicle accident. Schedule a consultation today by filling out the online form or calling (407) 743-6628.
Source:
orlandosentinel.com/2025/03/02/4-dead-1-seriously-injured-after-crash-on-central-florida-parkway-in-orange-county/
