Matthew Davis Killed in Leesburg Pedestrian Crash
The fatal collision occurred on Citrus Boulevard near North Shore Drive.
Matthew Davis, 52, was killed in a pedestrian accident on Citrus Boulevard near North Shore Drive in Leesburg on Tuesday, according to the police department.
Preliminary investigation indicates a 2014 Chevrolet Camaro, driven by a 66-year-old Leesburg man, was driving northbound on Citrus Boulevard when it struck the pedestrian in the outside lane at approximately 8:35 p.m. Lake County Fire Rescue and fire department paramedics treated the victim, Davis of Leesburg, before transporting him to UF Health Leesburg Hospital, where he later died of his injuries.
Authorities closed the northbound lanes of Citrus Boulevard for approximately four hours to conduct an on-scene investigation. The police department Traffic Unit continues to investigate the collision.
How common are pedestrian death on Lake County corridors?
The loss of a loved one in a sudden traffic collision leaves families searching for answers, particularly when the victim was walking along a busy local roadway.
Drivers struck and killed 3,024 people walking during the first half of 2025, an average of 16 per day, according to a new data analysis from GHSA.
In pedestrian accidents such as this, traffic safety analysts point to infrastructure gaps and lighting as recurring factors. Candice Bond, a national legal analyst for Accident News and managing partner at Bond Legal, said, "Having the proper resources is extremely important in order to investigate a pedestrian accident case and prove negligence, Road conditions, signage visibility, and road lighting are all possible contributing factors that are considered and must thoroughly be examined. These procedures are necessary for helping those who have lost a loved one receive the justice and monetary compensation that they deserve."
What do investigators look for in a Citrus Boulevard collision?
Stefano Formica, a national legal analyst for Accident News and of counsel at Bond Legal, noted, "We understand just what families are forced to go through, and having their rights protected is vital. A wrongful death lawyer will stay updated on the official investigation and help protect their legal rights and best interests."
Law enforcement and independent investigators will need to examine a multitude of secondary factors, including the vehicle's speed, the driver's level of attention, and the exact lighting conditions at 8:35 p.m. on Citrus Boulevard. While preliminary reports indicate the pedestrian was in the outside lane, a full reconstruction is often required to determine right-of-way and reaction times.
Florida wrongful death statute
Under Fla. Stat. § 768.16-768.26, surviving family members may file a wrongful death action. Florida applies modified comparative fault (51% bar). The statute of limitations is 2 years from the date of death.
Recoverable damages may include loss of support and services, loss of companionship, mental pain and suffering of survivors, and medical/funeral expenses.