A 71-year-old New York woman survived having her head run over by a truck while sitting in a beach chair at Daytona Beach, authorities reported.
The incident occurred near the Silver Beach Avenue beach ramp on February 5, when a Chevrolet Colorado driven by an 84-year-old woman struck the victim while exiting a parking spot, according to the Volusia County Sheriff’s Office.
The driver, who was not identified by authorities, told investigators she was unaware she had struck anyone until a witness chased her down. She remained at the scene and cooperated with law enforcement.
“Hurry up. They ran over her head,” the victim’s husband told 911 dispatchers, according to local media outlet WESH 2. “She’s talking but she’s not alright.”
Despite the severity of the incident, the victim was transported to a local hospital with non-life-threatening head injuries and remains in stable condition.
The sheriff’s office confirmed Monday that the investigation into the incident continues, with no additional updates available.
The unusual accident highlights ongoing concerns about vehicle access and safety on Florida’s beaches, where cars are permitted to drive on certain sections of sand.
