Fort Lauderdale, FL (March 10, 2026) – A man died early on Tuesday morning, March 10, after being struck by a vehicle near the intersection of State Road A1A and East Sunrise Boulevard in Fort Lauderdale.
Emergency units responded to the area at approximately 3:38 a.m. after reports of a person found on the roadway. When responders arrived, they located an adult male believed to be in his 40s lying in the road. The man was pronounced dead at the scene.
Authorities said a skateboard was found next to the victim, but it was not confirmed whether the man was riding the skateboard at the time of the incident.
Additional details about the events leading up to the incident have not yet been released.
The incident remains under review by authorities. We extend our sincere condolences to the victim’s loved ones.
Pedestrian and Skateboarder Risks on Coastal Roadways
Roadways such as A1A and East Sunrise Boulevard often support both neighborhood access and steady through traffic. When injury accidents are reported in Fort Lauderdale, responders typically secure the area while checking on those involved.
Coastal corridors can attract both drivers and people traveling on foot or by skateboard, especially in the early morning or evening hours. These roadways may include multiple lanes and steady vehicle movement, which can affect how safely people cross or travel along the roadway.
Limited visibility during overnight hours may also increase risk. Street lighting, traffic speed, and driver awareness can influence how quickly someone on foot or on a skateboard is noticed by approaching vehicles.
