Authorities said a 15 year old girl was killed and a 13 year old girl was injured after an ATV overturned Sunday afternoon on Pell Road near Ashby Way in Osteen.
Osteen, FL.- A 15 year old girl was killed and a 13 year old passenger was injured following an ATV accident Sunday afternoon in Volusia County.
The accident occurred around 12:02 p.m. on September 6 on Pell Road south of Ashby Way.
According to preliminary evidence, the 15 year old was driving a Honda ATV southbound on Pell Road when she lost control of the vehicle.
The ATV overturned onto its left side during the accident.
Emergency crews responded to the scene, but the teenage driver suffered fatal injuries and was pronounced dead.
Authorities said the girl’s next of kin has been notified.
A 13 year old girl was riding as a passenger on the ATV and was also injured in the accident.
Family members transported the 13 year old to Lake Monroe Hospital for treatment.
Authorities said her injuries were not considered life threatening.
Additional information about what caused the driver to lose control of the ATV has not been released.
The fatal accident remains under investigation.
Have you lost a loved one or been injured in an ATV accident? A personal injury attorney will help you get the justice and compensation you deserve.