Opa-Locka, FL – Fatal Crash Takes 1 Life, Injures 5 Others on NW 132nd St & Le Jeune Rd
Opa-Locka, FL (June 10, 2021) – One person has lost their life and five others are suffering from injuries following a collision that happened in Opa Locka on Wednesday, June 9. According to reports, the wreck occurred at Northwest 132nd Street.
Officials stated that the accident took place at Northwest 132nd Street and Le Jeune Road. The contributing factors of the incident have not been reported to the public at this time.
Various responders were dispatched to the crash scene in order to assist those involved. Miami-Dade Fire Rescue units were observed at the crash site along with police officers and paramedics.
One individual was pronounced deceased at the scene while five others were treated for injuries and transported to area hospitals for further care as needed. Their identities have not currently been disclosed.
Police in Opa-Locka continue to investigate the details of the accident. Our thoughts are with those involved.
We would like to offer our sincere condolences to the family of the deceased victim.
Car Wrecks in Florida
Fatal Florida auto accidents occur all too frequently, with over 3,000 people losing their lives per year due to these collisions. The Sunshine State is the third-highest state in the country when it comes to the number of fatal collisions that take place there. An average of over 1,000 car accidents occur per day in Florida or approximately one every 84 seconds. These accidents can happen for numerous reasons, some being distraction, intoxication, and fatigue. Unfortunately, these are all forms of driver negligence, which is the leading cause of auto collisions across the United States.
Approximately 92% of all car wrecks that occur in the United States are caused by some form of driver negligence. If you believe that you or someone you love has been injured in an accident that wasn’t your fault, contact the Boone & Davis law firm in Fort Lauderdale in order to discuss your legal options. Depending on the circumstances of the collision you were involved in, you might have the right toward financial compensation. Compensation can cover things like outstanding medical bills, mental health bills, repair costs for your vehicle, and more. Non-economic damages may also be able to be compensated for, such as pain and suffering and loss of consortium.
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