White Pickup Truck Nearly Hits Edgewater Gazette Team Member, Driver Responds with Hostility
EDGEWATER, FL — Saturday, November 8, 2025 A troubling incident unfolded at a busy Edgewater intersection when a white pickup truck sped through a pedestrian crosswalk, nearly striking a team member of the Edgewater Gazette who was lawfully crossing with the walk signal. The pedestrian was unharmed, but the encounter took a disturbing turn when the driver flipped off the team member before continuing down the road.
This moment of recklessness and aggression has ignited community concern and renewed calls for stronger pedestrian protections across the city.
🚦 The Law Is Clear—Pedestrians Come First
Under Florida law, drivers must yield to pedestrians in marked crosswalks when the walk signal is active. The Gazette team member was crossing legally, with the signal clearly illuminated. Witnesses say the truck accelerated through the intersection without slowing, missing the pedestrian by mere feet.
“It was terrifying,” said one bystander. “The driver didn’t just ignore the signal—he showed outright contempt for the person in the crosswalk.”
The aggressive gesture following the near miss has been described as “appalling” and “unacceptable,” especially given the potential for serious injury or death.
⚠️ A Wake-Up Call for Edgewater
This incident is not isolated. Edgewater has seen a rise in pedestrian traffic, especially near commercial corridors and civic buildings. With that increase comes a greater need for driver awareness, enforcement, and infrastructure upgrades.
Safety advocates and city residents are demanding action:
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Enhanced crosswalk visibility with flashing beacons and signage
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Increased traffic enforcement during peak pedestrian hours
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Public education campaigns to remind drivers of pedestrian rights
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Zero tolerance for aggressive driving near crosswalks and school zones
🗣️ The Edgewater Gazette Responds
“Our team member could have been seriously hurt,” said a spokesperson for the Gazette. “This wasn’t just a traffic violation—it was a moment of hostility toward someone exercising their legal right to cross the street. We’re calling on city leaders to treat this as a wake-up call and take immediate steps to protect pedestrians.”
The publication is urging the City of Edgewater to review crosswalk safety protocols and consider new measures to prevent future incidents.
📢 What Residents Can Do
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Report aggressive or reckless driving to local law enforcement
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Attend city council meetings and advocate for pedestrian safety improvements
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Share this story to raise awareness and demand accountability
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Drive responsibly—every crosswalk is a potential life
🚸 A Community Responsibility
Pedestrian safety is not just a legal issue—it’s a moral one. Every driver has a duty to remain alert, respectful, and cautious. The streets of Edgewater should be safe for everyone, whether behind the wheel or on foot.
This incident is a stark reminder: a moment of carelessness can become a lifetime of regret. Let’s work together to ensure that no one in Edgewater fears for their life while simply crossing the street.
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