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GAINESVILLE, Fla. (WCJB) – A 19-year-old man died early Sunday morning after a single-car crash in Alachua County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol. Troopers say the crash happened at midnight near Northwest 165th Street and Northwest 270th Avenue. Investigators say the SUV was traveling northbound on Northwest 165th Street at a high speed and failed to negotiate a curve. The car ran off the street onto the east shoulder and collided into a tree. The driver was the only

OCALA, Fla. (WCJB) – A pedestrian died after being struck by a train Sunday morning in Ocala. Police say officers came to the scene around 7:53 a.m. on the 500 block of Southwest 3rd Street for a reported death investigation. Authorities say there is no danger to the community, and the investigation is ongoing. As police investigate, Southwest 3rd Street is closed from South Pine Avenue to Southwest 7th Avenue. The road is expected to stay closed for several hours.

An investigation is underway in Lauderhill on Saturday after a pedestrian was struck and killed by a vehicle, police said. According to Lauderhill Police, officers arrived at the 5400 block of Northwest 16th Street after receiving reports of an incident involving a vehicle and a pedestrian. At the scene, officers found a man who was suffering from multiple injuries, and he was taken to the Broward Health Medical Center, where he succumbed to his injuries. Police said the driver involved

PALM BEACH GARDENS, Fla. (CBS12) — A rollover crash on Florida’s Turnpike reduced southbound traffic to a single lane near the PGA Blvd. Exit on Saturday, causing delays. According to FL511, the crash happened at 12:43 p.m. just beyond Exit 109: PGA Boulevard/S.R. 786. Traffic cameras near the scene show a vehicle on its side and multiple fire trucks and rescue vehicles. Nearby traffic cameras indicate traffic is backed up at least three miles, with vehicles moving slowly from the 111 Mile

ROYAL PALM BEACH, Fla. (CBS12) — A bicyclist was airlifted to the hospital after being struck by a vehicle in Royal Palm Beach on Friday night. According to Palm Beach County Fire Rescue, units were dispatched at 9:07 p.m. to the intersection of Crestwood Boulevard and Cypress Lake Drive for a reported pedestrian accident. Upon arrival, crews found that a vehicle had struck a bicyclist, causing the pedestrian to go under the vehicle. Fire rescue personnel said they quickly stabilized the

PORT ST. LUCIE, Fla. (CBS12) — A multi-vehicle crash on I-95 South in Port St. Lucie has narrowed traffic to one lane, causing a mile-long traffic jam. According to FL511, the crash happened around 4:18 p.m. at Mile Marker 115. Two right lanes are blocked while responding units work to clear the scene. A car accident can change your life in seconds, leaving you with injuries and unexpected challenges. Ovadia Law Group is dedicated to supporting accident victims by offering strong legal

ESCAMBIA COUNTY, Fla. — A 30-year-old Pensacola man was critically injured on Saturday when his pickup truck left the roadway and rolled over on U.S. 90 near Bridget Lane in Escambia County. Troopers say the single-vehicle crash happened at 3:26 a.m. on U.S. 90 (SR 10A) near Bridget Lane in Escambia County. A black Dodge Ram pickup truck was traveling west on U.S. 90 near Bridget Lane when it left the roadway to the right, rolled over, collided with a

TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) — The Tampa Police Department said one of their sergeants is recovering from serious injuries after being hit by a car while on duty on Saturday night. The officer was working outside of Raymond James after a concert, helping direct traffic just after midnight. He was hit by a Chrysler Crossfire, driven by a 44-year-old man, that was traveling east on W MLK Jr. Drive. TPD said the car suddenly left the center lane and went into

WESLEY CHAPEL, Fla. (WFLA) — A family of seven, and their 16-year-old neighbor, were hospitalized with serious injuries on Saturday after their golf cart collided with another vehicle. The Florida Highway Patrol said that at around 6:15 p.m. on March 14, the golf cart and its eight passengers were traveling east on Elam Road in a golf cart lane. At the same time, a Honda Accord, driven by a 17-year-old Wesley Chapel girl, was traveling behind them. As they approached

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – All lanes have been reopened after a crash blocked the center lane on Interstate 295 North between UNF Drive and Beach Boulevard, according to Florida 511. A car accident can change your life in seconds, leaving you with injuries and unexpected challenges. Ovadia Law Group is dedicated to supporting accident victims by offering strong legal representation and compassionate guidance. Their experienced Miami car accident lawyers work hard to build strong cases using evidence, medical reports, and expert insights.

NORTH FORT MYERS, Fla. — A multi-vehicle crash shut down part of North Tamiami Trail (US-41) at W Mariana Avenue in North Fort Myers on Friday evening. According to the Lee County Sheriff’s Office, there were injuries reported. The sheriff’s office said three or four vehicles were involved in the crash. Gulf Coast News has reached out to find out how many people were injured and what led up to the crash. A car accident can change your life in

GAINESVILLE, Fla. (WCJB) – One person was killed in a crash on Interstate 75 near the Newberry Road exit, according to the Alachua County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies reported the crash just before 5:30 p.m. All northbound lanes have since reopened. The investigation has been turned over to the Florida Highway Patrol. A car accident can change your life in seconds, leaving you with injuries and unexpected challenges. Ovadia Law Group is dedicated to supporting accident victims by offering strong legal