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JSO: 16th traffic fatality in Duval this year

JACKSONVILLE, Fla — Reports from the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office state that at approximately 4 a.m. Saturday morning, a pedestrian was struck while attempting to cross the road at the 9300 block of Staples Mill Drive.

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Reports state that the pedestrian was wearing black clothing and walking in a dark area as a Mazda 6 occupied by a male driver was heading southbound on Staples Mill Drive. The driver did not see the pedestrian and struck him.

Unfortunately, the pedestrian was pronounced deceased at the scene by the Jacksonville Fire and Rescue (JFRD). This marks the 16th traffic fatality in Duval County this year.

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JSO says The driver of the Mazda waited for police to respond, and he is cooperating with detectives.

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