Vero Beach, FL (November 29, 2020) - One person was killed and several others injured following a multi-vehicle collision on the Florida's Turnpike in Vero Beach. The crash was reported on Saturday evening near mile marker 173.
A total of seven vehicles were involved in the accident, including a semi-truck and six cars. Police say that a white female in her 60s was killed in the crash and four other injured victims were taken to Lawnwood Medical Center for treatment. Two of the victims suffered serious injuries while the other two sustained minor injuries. There is no word on what caused the accident at this time and authorities have not released the identity of the deceased victim.
Traffic was diverted at the scene and motorists were advised to avoid the area if possible.
An investigation into the accident remains ongoing. There is no word on charges at this time. No further information is available.
Car accidents in Florida take place about every 92 seconds and sadly a fatal crash is reported on our roadways approximately once every three hours. Being involved in a Florida car accident can be a devastating and heartbreaking experience for the victim as well as their family. The loss of a loved one to a crash is a tragedy that will have a lasting impact on loved ones left behind.
We would like to offer our most sincere condolences to the family who lost a loved one in this tragic accident in Vero Beach.
Rubenstein Law is dedicated to serving individuals & families injured by the negligence of others. We know first-hand the heartbreak that can be left behind after an accident. In our news blog, we write about cases of personal injury relevant to our line of work, and we report on news of judgments and appellate cases that affect the rights of personal injury claimants. We feel a responsibility to raise awareness of the injury and tragic loss of life occurring across our state every day.
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