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Hit-and-run ends in rear-end crash that sends car into Miami canal
MIAMI, FL – A hit-and-run suspect rear-ended a car from behind, causing the driver of the hit vehicle to lose control and crash into a canal Thursday. This collision happened around 9 p.m. in the area of SW 8th Street and the Turnpike Extension, according to WSVN. The driver who fell into the canal… Read More »
Driver cited after crashing into San Carlos Park pole, LCSO says
SAN CARLOS PARK, FL – The Lee County Sheriff’s Office cited the driver of a white sedan for crashing into a parking awning pole at an apartment complex Friday. This solo collision occurred around 1 a.m. along Porto Nuevo Drive off Three Oaks Parkway, according to NBC-2. Due to the risk of structural integrity,… Read More »
Tampa hit-and-run kills man in wheelchair, ends in doctor’s arrest
TAMPA, FL – The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office arrested a local doctor who was responsible for hitting a man in a wheelchair, who later died, with his car last month and fleeing the scene. WTSP said HSCO arrested the doctor, identified as 62-year-old Dr. Gwyn N. Crump, on Wednesday, and he has been charged… Read More »
Why Do Drivers Need a Minimum of 3-Second Following Distance?
One of the most crucial but often overlooked aspects of safe driving is maintaining a safe following distance from the vehicle ahead. Following the car in front too closely increases the risk of accidents. By keeping a safe following distance between you and the car ahead of you, you can improve your reaction time… Read More »
FHP summoned to hit-and-run in Orlovista
ORLANDO, FL – Florida Highway Patrol were notified of a hit-and-run crash reported several minutes ago in the Orlovista area. FHP said this collision happened at the intersection of North Kirkman Road and West Robinson Street. At this time, they have not blocked any lanes or have provided a description of the suspect and… Read More »
Person hurt in collision near Mayo Clinic, JSO says
JACKSONVILLE, FL – Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office (JSO) confirmed that one person was injured in a crash that happened along the Mayo Clinic Thursday afternoon. Deputies were summoned to the scene of the crash, the intersection of San Pablo Road South and Mayo Boulevard, before 4:45 p.m. JSO launched an investigation. At this time, they… Read More »
At least 1 injured in crash along Santa Clara School in Miami
MIAMI, FL – At least one person was hurt in a crash reported after 3 p.m. Thursday at Northwest 10th Avenue and Northwest 30th Street along Santa Clara School. Miami-Dade Police are investigating the circumstances behind this wreck and have not confirmed the exact cause of this collision or specified the number of people… Read More »
Update: SUV driver plows into Estero Red Robin, ending in DUI arrest
ESTERO, FL – The Lee County Sheriff’s Office confirmed the SUV driver who crashed into the Red Robin at the Gulf Town Coast Center on Wednesday has been arrested and charged with a DUI. New details from NBC-2 said this collision happened at 2:30 p.m., and the driver, identified as 57-year-old Laura Defrancesco, has… Read More »
3 hurt in I-75 crash in Sarasota
SARASOTA, FL – Three people were injured in a collision that took place on the 203000th block of I-75 Thursday. Sarasota fire crews and police were summoned to the scene at 5:40 p.m., according to Sarasota County. Officials have not confirmed the number of people and vehicles involved, stated if anyone needed to go… Read More »
1 killed in I-4 collision on I-4 in Sanford
SANFORD, FL – One person succumbed to fatal wounds in a collision that occurred before 3:30 p.m. on I-4 East adjacent to the Seminole Towne Center Wednesday. Florida Highway Patrol told WFTV that they pronounced the individual dead at the scene and said the involved vehicle was a 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander. Aside from declaring… Read More »
