19-035 Major Accident Investigation Team (M.A.I.T) Investigates Fatal Vehicle Vs Pedestrian Crash In Dunedin
M.A.I.T. Crash Investigation
Who:
Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office
Patrol Operations Bureau
- Major Accident Investigation Team (M.A.I.T.)
Valarie Elberg (Pedestrian – Deceased)
DOB: 03/16/1943
Don Meuse (Driver- Uninjured)
DOB: 04/04/1951
Vehicle: 1998 Toyota Camry
What:
Deputies assigned to the Major Accident Investigation Team are investigating a fatal vehicle vs pedestrian crash in Dunedin.
When:
The crash occurred at about 7:21 p.m. on Wednesday, March 6, 2019.
Where:
The crash occurred at the intersection of Bayshore Boulevard and Cedar Street in Dunedin.
Why/How:
Deputies assigned to the Major Accident Investigation Team are investigating a fatal vehicle vs pedestrian crash in Dunedin.
According to deputies, at about 7:21 p.m. on March 6, 2019, 67-year-old Don Meuse, was driving his 1998 Toyota Camry southbound on Bayshore Boulevard, approaching the intersection of Cedar Street.
Deputies say, 75-year-old Valarie Elberg, was standing on the curb, waiting to cross Bayshore Boulevard from west to east, not in a crosswalk, when she stepped off the curb and was struck by Meuse’s vehicle.
Elberg sustained fatal injuries and was pronounced deceased on-scene by deputies.
Meuse did not sustain any injuries.
Impairment and speed do not appear to be factors in the crash.
Next of kin has been notified.
The investigation continues.
