Robert Getter, 76, Karen Getter, 73, and Samuel Getter, 52, killed, and Joshua Eric Burbank, 25, arrested in two-vehicle crash on Howard Frankland Bridge in Land O' Lakes, Florida
Modified Date:
Sun, 12/10/2017 - 3:53pmAccident Date:
Friday, July 1, 2016
Family Killed In Howard Frankland Bridge Crash
Troopers say Burbank failed to maintain control of his car, entered the Sierra’s travel lane and struck the right rear of the vehicle. The Sierra rotated clockwise and then overturned several times, struck a concrete barrier wall and landed in the water below.
Mother, Father, Son Die in Howard Frankland Crash
The names of the victims are being withheld pending notification of next of kin. Troopers said they were a father, 76, mother, 73, and son, from Leesburg. All three died at the scene.
Lake Co. family killed in crash over Fourth of July weekend
Troopers have identified the three killed as 76-year-old Robert Getter, 73-year-old Karen Getter and 52-year-old Samuel Getter, all from Leesburg.
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Type: Car Accident
Topics:
DWI - DUI - Alcohol or Drug UsePeople Involved:
Joshua Eric Burbank
Robert Getter
Karen Getter
Samuel Getter
Roadway:
Howard Frankland BridgeCity:
Land O' Lakes, FLCounty:
Pasco County, FLArea:
Tampa-St. Petersburg, FL
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