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Vehicle crash in Bradford County damages bridge, deputies say

Vehicle crash in Bradford County damages bridge, deputies say

STARKE, FL – Bradford County deputies and local Public Works personnel responded to a single-vehicle collision Monday that caused structural damage to a local bridge. The incident occurred along Southwest 106th Avenue, also known locally as Sportsmen’s Farm Road. According to the Bradford County Sheriff’s Office, the impact caused extensive damage to the guardrail system on the bridge crossing the Sampson River. Authorities urged drivers to avoid the roadway if possible and proceed with extreme caution while maintenance crews assess

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Motorcyclist dies after crash involving cement truck on Don Shula Expressway

Motorcyclist dies after crash involving cement truck on Don Shula Expressway

Photo: Local10 A motorcyclist was killed early Tuesday morning after colliding with a cement truck on the Don Shula Expressway in Miami-Dade County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol. Troopers said the crash occurred at approximately 3:33 a.m. on the southbound Don Shula Expressway near Southwest 104th Street and Killian Parkway. According to FHP officials, the motorcyclist collided with the cement truck, causing a fire to ignite on the motorcycle. Officials said the motorcyclist, who has only been identified as

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Man dies after being struck by Brightline train in Fort Lauderdale

Man dies after being struck by Brightline train in Fort Lauderdale

A man was killed early Tuesday morning after being struck by a Brightline train in Fort Lauderdale, police confirmed. Officers with the Fort Lauderdale Police Department said they responded to a report of a Brightline train striking a pedestrian just north of the Broward Boulevard crossing, near the Brightline station just before 1:30 a.m. Police said they arrived at the scene and found man who had been struck by the train. They said Fort Lauderdale Fire Rescue medics pronounced him

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Shooting outside Wynwood Jamaican restaurant leaves 2 wounded, first responders say

Shooting outside Wynwood Jamaican restaurant leaves 2 wounded, first responders say

Photo: local10 Two men were wounded in a shooting outside of a Jamaican restaurant in Miami’s Wynwood neighborhood shortly after midnight on Tuesday, authorities confirmed to Local 10 News. Miami Fire Rescue officials said the two victims, an 18-year-old man and a 23-year-old man, were rushed to Jackson Memorial Hospital’s Ryder Trauma Center in stable condition after suffering gunshot wounds outside Dukunoo Jamaican Kitchen, located at 316 NW 24th St. The restaurant is located across from the Wynwood 25 apartment

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Rollover crash in Hollywood being investigated as hit-and-run; driver suffers minor injuries

Rollover crash in Hollywood being investigated as hit-and-run; driver suffers minor injuries

Photo: wsvn A rollover crash in Hollywood is being investigated as a hit-and-run, officials said. Hollywood and Fire Rescue units responded to the scene of the wreck near Taft Street and 64th Avenue, at around 5 a.m. on Tuesday. this morning. One of the vehicles involved hit a concrete utility pole, with the driver suffering minor injuries. Fire rescue officials said the second driver involved was nowhere to be found when they arrived at the scene. Hit and Run Accident

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TRAFFIC ALERT: Crash shuts down John Young Parkway in Orlando

Crash shuts down John Young Parkway in Orlando

ORLANDO, FL – Emergency personnel and the Orlando Police Department responded to a traffic collision Tuesday morning that completely shut down travel along a major roadway. The crash occurred on John Young Parkway near the intersection of Columbia Street. Due to the incident and subsequent emergency response, all northbound and southbound lanes were closed between LB McLeod Road and Columbia Street. Motorists were urged to seek alternate routes and prepare for significant traffic delays throughout the surrounding area. If you

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3 injured in wrong-way crash on I-75 in Sumter County

3 injured in wrong-way crash on I-75 in Sumter County

SUMTER COUNTY, FL – A head-on collision on Interstate 75 left three people injured on Sunday, according to the Florida Highway Patrol. State troopers reported that the incident occurred just south of State Road 91 when a 22-year-old Ocala man was traveling southbound in the northbound lanes and collided with a Land Rover driven by a 57-year-old woman from Texas. Both drivers were transported to a local hospital with serious injuries, while a male passenger in the Land Rover was

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First Alert Traffic: Crash closes lanes at University Parkway and Cattlemen Road

First Alert Traffic: Crash closes lanes at University Parkway and Cattlemen Road

SARASOTA, FL – A collision involving a motor vehicle and a bicycle caused traffic disruptions on University Parkway early Tuesday morning, according to local authorities. The crash occurred at the intersection of University Parkway and Cattlemen Road near University Town Center. The incident blocked several eastbound lanes, and the right turn lane onto Cattlemen Road was closed to traffic. Motorists were advised to anticipate delays and seek alternate routes. If you or a loved one has been injured in a

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2 young men stable after overnight shooting outside Wynwood restaurant, police say

2 young men stable after overnight shooting outside Wynwood restaurant, police say

Photo: wsvn Gunfire tore through Miami’s Wynwood neighborhood overnight, sending two young men to the hospital, police said. City of Miami Police and Fire Rescue units responded to the scene of the shooting outside of Dukunoo Jamaican Kitchen, a restaurant along Northwest 24th Avenue, off Second Avenue, at around 12:10 a.m. on Tuesday. Onlookers at the scene took out their cellphones and hit record, documenting good Samaritans and later first responders as they rendered aid to one of the victims

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Highway 285 shut down northbound at Sand Mine Road after crash

Highway 285 shut down northbound at Sand Mine Road after crash

A traffic crash has shut down northbound Highway 285 at Sand Mine Road this morning. The Walton County Sheriff’s Office says Highway 285 is down to one lane for an extended period of time while crews work to clear the scene. The Florida Highway Patrol will now investigate the crash. Drivers are asked to slow down and expect delays. Experienced Representation for Car Accident VictimsAt Ovadia Law Group, we provide experienced representation for individuals affected by car accidents. Our attorneys

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Traffic Alert: 2 eastbound lanes closed on Butler Blvd. at Kernan Blvd due to crash with injuries

Traffic Alert: 2 eastbound lanes closed on Butler Blvd. at Kernan Blvd due to crash with injuries

Photo: news4jax A crash with injuries is blocking multiple lanes on Butler Boulevard at Kernan Boulevard during rush hour on Monday. As of 5:30 p.m., the crash blocked two eastbound left lanes. Those lanes were still blocked as of 7:10 p.m. Understanding Your Rights After a Car AccidentAfter a car accident, understanding your legal rights is essential for protecting your future. Ovadia Law Group is dedicated to helping clients make informed decisions about their car accident claims. Our personal injury

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Traffic Alert Patrol car involved in crash on I-295 South at Atlantic Blvd., left lane blocked

Traffic Alert: Patrol car involved in crash on I-295 South at Atlantic Blvd., left lane blocked

Photo: news4jax Emergency crews were on the scene of a crash on I-295 South at Atlantic Blvd. on Monday afternoon. According to the Florida Highway Patrol, the crash involved a patrol car. As of 6:35 p.m., the left lane was blocked. This is a developing story. Legal Support for Car Accident Injury ClaimsCar accidents can result in serious injuries and unexpected challenges, making it important to have experienced legal support. At Ovadia Law Group, we help individuals navigate car accident

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