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Driver fatally hits pedestrian in West Palm Beach 

WEST PALM BEACH, FL – EMS crews rushed a male pedestrian to St. Mary’s Medical Center, where they died Monday night after getting hit by a pickup truck. 

The pedestrian, 62-year-old Alan Higginbotham, was jaywalking when he was struck by the Ford F-150 on Okeechobee Blvd east on an inside lane, according to CBS 12

The Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office said the crash took place around 8 p.m., and Higginbotham died just before 11:45 p.m. Deputies are working to determine the events leading up to the crash and have not announced formal criminal charges for the 52-year-old driver. 

The West Palm Beach pedestrian accident lawyers of Schuler, Weisser, Zoeller, Overbeck & Baxter P.A. have provided this story for informational purposes only, and it should not be construed as legal advice. However, if you or someone you love has been injured in a collision that was someone else’s fault, we would like to discuss your options for pursuing financial compensation at your convenience. Contact our offices today for a free consultation by calling 561.689.8180 or filling out our online contact form.

Last Updated : April 22, 2025
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