ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. – Police have arrested Adam Rosema following a violent collision that left a young woman fighting for her life. The crash, which investigators allege involved high speeds and aggressive driving, occurred in the early morning hours of November 8.
Rosema now faces charges of racing on a highway and reckless driving resulting in serious bodily injury.
The incident unfolded around 1:00 a.m. as Rosema drove a white Ford Mustang southbound on 4th Street South. As he approached the intersection at 2nd Avenue South, a 27-year-old woman entered the crosswalk. Police noted that the pedestrian was crossing against the traffic signal at the time.
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Recognizing the danger, an uninvolved motorist slowed down to allow the woman to cross safely. However, investigators say Rosema did not follow suit.
Instead of braking, he allegedly swerved to execute an improper lane change, attempting to overtake the slowing vehicle. Police say he accelerated to pass and struck the woman directly.
Emergency responders rushed the victim to Orlando Health Bayfront Hospital, where she is being treated for life-threatening injuries.
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