Ocala man killed in pedestrian crash on US 441 near SE 3rd Avenue

Florida Highway Patrol says the 52-year-old was standing in the right lane when he was struck Sunday night.

By Kathy Dugan April 7, 2025 7:43 am

Yellow crime scene tape with blurred police lights in the background — Metro ServicesMetro Creative Connection A pedestrian was fatally struck by a vehicle on U.S. Highway 441 in Ocala, FL, Sunday night. Authorities continue to investigate.

MARION COUNTY, FL (352today.com) – A 52-year-old Ocala man was killed Sunday night after being struck by a vehicle on U.S. 441 near SE 3rd Avenue, according to the Florida Highway Patrol (FHP).

The crash happened around 9:35 p.m. when a 27-year-old Reddick man was driving southbound on U.S. 441. Troopers say the pedestrian was standing in the right lane when the vehicle struck him. They say the driver did not see the man until impact.

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Marion County Fire Rescue responded to the scene and pronounced the pedestrian dead at 9:41 p.m.

FHP has not released the names of those involved, and the investigation remains ongoing.

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