Pedestrian Struck By Vehicle In Walnut Hill

October 12, 2010

A pedestrian stepped into the path of a vehicle Tuesday evening in Walnut Hill.

Barbara Syria, 65, of Walnut Hill, stepped into the path of  a Toyota Sequoia SUV driven by Shnelius Spencer, 35, of Walnut Hill.  Spencer was unable to avoid hitting Syria, according to the Florida Highway Patrol. The accident happened just before 6 p.m. in the 5700 block of Arthur Brown Road near the Walnut Hill Baptist Church.

Syria, who was struck by the front of the SUV and its passenger side mirror, was transported by ambulance to Atmore Community Hospital. Her injuries were not considered serious, according to the FHP.

Spencer was not charged in connection with the accident.

Pictured above and below: A pedestrian was struck by a vehicle Tuesday evening in Walnut Hill. NorthEscambia.com photos, click to enlarge.

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7 Responses to “Pedestrian Struck By Vehicle In Walnut Hill”

  1. The Real Deal on October 14th, 2010 2:19 pm

    I live further down Arthur Brown and In my opinion People drive way to fast down here ,I understand theres few people that walk or ride bikes down here ,but still a little RESPECT for others will go a long ways ,

  2. Somebody on October 13th, 2010 5:21 pm

    She was struck for her left side. But she is fine.God is a good God. And she is a strong woman. The true will prevail.

  3. art on October 13th, 2010 1:12 pm

    these roads and streets in escambia were not designed with pedestrians and/or bicyclists in mind and what a crying shame that is when, in my humble opinion, the best way to get around is under a person’s own steam.
    that being said, everyone keep it in mind. dress in the brightest clothes you can find when out walking and be wary of vehicles if you are near or on a shoulder, intersection or roadway. stay vigilant.
    now hear this: do not, i repeat, do not, do anything whatsoever to impair your hearing while walking or jogging or bicycling. do not answer your cell phones. do not listen to ipods. do not put anything in or near your ears. you need all your senses and hearing often tells you what is there, even if you cant see whatever it is. if you cant hear, it may be too late for you.

  4. Michelle on October 13th, 2010 5:13 am

    That must have been terrifying for both of them, but i hope is well and no serious harm. GOD bless and prayers to you both.

  5. Samantha on October 12th, 2010 10:59 pm

    Prayers for both involved.(:

  6. MRS. J. on October 12th, 2010 9:21 pm

    HOPE ALL IS WELL WITH BOTH FAMILIES, AND A SPEEDY RECOVERY FOR MS. BARBARA.

  7. jimmy on October 12th, 2010 7:26 pm

    I hope she is ok and recovers quickly!