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Jacksonville, FL (July 2, 2026) – A 70-year-old Jacksonville man died on Tuesday night, June 30, after being struck by two separate vehicles on the I-295 southbound on-ramp from Merrill Road. The collision happened just before 9:15 p.m.
The man was attempting to cross the roadway in a marked crosswalk when a southbound sedan driven by a 62-year-old man struck him, throwing him into the grassy shoulder. After the initial crash, a 47-year-old driver in a pickup truck pulled onto the shoulder to assist the sedan’s driver and struck the pedestrian a second time.
The man was taken to a hospital, where he was pronounced dead. No further details about the identities of those involved were included in the initial report on the wreck. The accident remains under active investigation.
We extend our deepest condolences to the family of the man who lost his life.
What Happens When a Pedestrian Is Struck More Than Once at a Crash Scene?
Being struck by a second vehicle after an initial collision is a tragic but documented risk for pedestrians who come to rest near active traffic lanes. A person thrown onto a shoulder or roadway edge remains in a dangerous position, particularly on high-speed roadways where approaching drivers may not see them in time to stop or swerve. Low-light conditions and the presence of stopped vehicles can further reduce visibility for drivers entering the area.
When a driver pulls over to assist at a crash and inadvertently becomes involved in a second collision, investigators must document each sequence of events separately. The actions and intent of each driver are examined individually, and the physical evidence from both points of contact helps establish a clear timeline. These cases can be legally complex, since the circumstances surrounding each impact differ significantly.
Crosswalk markings on highway on-ramps raise specific safety questions, since these areas are typically designed for merging vehicle traffic rather than pedestrian crossing. The presence of a marked crosswalk does not eliminate the danger a pedestrian faces when crossing a high-speed ramp, and investigators typically note the crossing location carefully when reviewing how a crash of this type unfolded.
