In anticipation of the parade’s start, police said, the truck unexpectedly accelerated, at which point it struck two pedestrians. Police said the driver had ailments preventing him from walking the duration of the parade, which is why he was selected to be the lead vehicle.
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WILTON MANORS (CBSMiami) – The Fort Lauderdale Police Department confirms the driver who struck two Stonewall Pride Parade participants, killing one, did so accidentally.Īccording to FLPD, the 77-year-old driver of the 2011 white Dodge Ram was also a participant of the parade in Wilton Manors.
