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ST. AUGUSTINE, St. Johns County, Fla., Nov. 10, 2026 — A 66-year-old woman died on Monday night, November 9, after a mail truck struck her on US 1 in St. Augustine, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
The crash happened around 6:12 p.m. on US 1 just north of Brainard Drive. The woman was reportedly attempting to cross the highway when a mail truck hit her. She died at the scene.
Troopers said the driver of the mail truck remained at the scene and cooperated with investigators. No charges have been announced, and the Florida Highway Patrol has not released further details on what led up to the crash. The investigation remains active.
The woman's identity had not been released as of this writing.
Our thoughts are with the family and loved ones of the person who died.
Intersection Safety in Florida
The pedestrian crash was reported at US-1 and Brainard Drive in St. Augustine. Readers following crash news in St. Johns County can find more about intersections across the state on our guide to Florida intersections.
Frequently Asked Questions
What usually causes pedestrian accidents?
These crashes commonly happen when a driver fails to notice someone crossing, when a pedestrian crosses outside a marked crosswalk, or when low light or poor visibility makes it hard to see a person in or near the roadway.
Does vehicle speed affect whether a pedestrian survives?
Yes. The faster a vehicle is moving at impact, the less likely a pedestrian is to survive or avoid serious injury, since there's less time for the driver to stop or swerve.
Are pedestrian crashes more likely at night?
Many pedestrian deaths happen after dark or in low-light conditions, when drivers have less time to spot someone crossing the road.
Where do most pedestrian accidents happen?
They frequently occur on busy roads or highways, especially at intersections or points where pedestrians cross outside designated crosswalks.
