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Photo by: (MCSO) A crash turned car fire on I-95 North in Martin County briefly closed all northbound lanes and resulted in a hospitalization on Wednesday morning. Florida 511 reported the crash just south of the Kanner Highway exit, at 10:18 a.m. The Martin County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) said that one car was involved in the crash, which erupted into flames. As of 11:30 a.m., Florida 511 has said that the crash has been cleared. MCSO said that one person

A Collier County school bus was involved in a three-vehicle crash near Immokalee Road on Wednesday morning. According to the Collier County Sheriff’s Office, deputies received a report of a three-vehicle crash near Immokalee Road and Plant Road around 6:05 a.m. CCSO said no kids were on the bus, which Collier County Public Schools also confirmed. One person was injured and transported to a hospital, but they were not listed as a trauma alert, according to CCSO. CCSO said that

The Tampa Police Department said it is investigating a crash which injured one person and a wheelchair and killed a 71-year-old man. TPD said the crash happened just after 9 p.m. Monday at East Hanna Avenue and North 24th Street. Officers said an 81-year-old woman, who uses a wheelchair, and a 71-year-old man were both struck while crossing the street. Both were taken to the hospital with serious injuries. The man later passed away, officials said. The woman is expected

A Freeport man has died after a three-vehicle crash on Tuesday evening on Highway 20. It happened shortly after 5 p.m. According to the Florida Highway Patrol, an SUV with three occupants was traveling west on Highway 20 while a 56-year-old man from Freeport was traveling east on his motorcycle. Troopers said the driver of the SUV pulled out into the path of the motorcyclist when she attempted to turn onto County Hwy 83A. The motorcyclist was thrown from his

A deadly crash has shut down a portion of Main Street in Apopka. According to the Apopka Police Department, the crash happened around 7 a.m. on Wednesday morning. Both directions of Main Street are shut down between Midland Avenue and Highland Avenue. Drivers can use Monroe Avenue or E. Sixth Street as a detour. WESH 2 News has a crew at the scene working to learn more details including the extent of injuries. This is a developing story. What to

UPDATE: as of 8:52 a.m., all lanes are open. A crash has the left lane blocked on I-75 southbound, just past State Road 70. Delays as of 7:25 a.m. exceed 30 minutes, with a nearly 7 mile backup to the Manatee River. Why Ovadia Law Group Is Florida’s Trusted Car Accident Firm Ovadia Law Group has earned a reputation as one of Florida’s most trusted firms for car accident cases. Our car accident lawyers have recovered millions for clients across

A minor collision between a pickup truck and a school bus with students on board happened in Suwannee County on Tuesday night. State troopers say the school bus did not stay in the right lane while driving south on 77th Road in Live Oak, causing the pickup to hit it. Six students were on board. No one was hurt. Why You Need a School Bus Accident Lawyer School bus accidents can lead to serious injuries and emotional trauma, especially when

One person was taken to the hospital after they were hit by a car in Davie, authorities said. Davie police said they responded to the crash at Davie Road and Stirling Road. The pedestrian was taken to the hospital. Police did not immediately provide more information about their condition. The driver involved remained on scene, according to authorities. The eastbound lanes of Stirling Road were shut down. This is a developing story.  Legal Support for Pedestrian Injury Victims Being struck

Photo by: (FL511)  A semi crash on I-95 North near exit 131 blocked three lanes and snarled traffic Tuesday afternoon. According to FL511, the crash occurred around 3 p.m., and first responders are on scene working to clear the roadway. Authorities are urging drivers to slow down, move over, or seek alternate routes. The condition of the driver and the nature of the crash have not been released at this time. Why You Need a Truck Accident Lawyer Immediately Truck accidents

The Tampa Police Department said it is investigating an in-custody death in downtown Tampa on Tuesday night. Officers said the suspect, who was not identified, was arrested on “charges related to an ongoing investigation” near North Ashley Drive and East Whiting Street just after 8 p.m. While speaking to officers, investigators said the suspect pulled away from them while still in handcuffs and ran away. Then, an officer deployed a taser, causing the suspect to fall into the road and

Four people, including a child, were hurt after a driver crashed their car into a home in Holiday, the Pasco County Fire Rescue said. Firefighters said they were called to the 3000 block of Bahia Avenue, along with the Florida Highway Patrol, after a vehicle crashed into a house. Pasco County officials said two people inside the home were hurt. An adult and a child inside the vehicle were also hurt. The home sustained significant damage. Officials said the Red

 Update: The Walton County Sheriff’s Office has confirmed the accident was fatal. The roadway is now clear, according to FHP. A traffic crash involving several cars has Hwy 20 blocked at County Highway 83A East. Walton County Fire Rescue is asking that motorists use caution and expect delays. If possible, they ask that you please use an alternate route. We are told the FHP is on the way. This is a developing story. Common Mistakes to Avoid After a Car Accident