When auto accidents occur, they can unfold so quickly that people do not have time to realize what’s happening around them. This is especially true on highways, where speeds are increased and traffic can lead to additional damage beyond the first impact or mistake. Tragically, that appears to be what occurred this morning on I-95 in Hollywood where a crash led to the death of one person and two other injuries.
According to the Sun-Sentinel:
“An unknown white vehicle is believed to have triggered a multivehicle crash that killed a woman and injured three other people Friday morning, the Florida Highway Patrol said.
The victim was identified as Ashley Bonilla, 18, of Port St. Lucie.
The crash occurred about 4:30 a.m. in the southbound lanes of Interstate 95, south of Sheridan Street. Three lanes were closed for several hours.
The white vehicle, possibly a small SUV or minivan, changed lanes and caused a Dodge pickup truck to spin out of control, hit the center wall and come to a stop in the inside lane, FHP said.
A Nissan Sentra hit the truck, stopped in the travel lane and was struck by a Mitsubishi Lancer.
The occupants of the Sentra and the Lancer got out of their cars and walked to the median.
A southbound Honda Accord veered to the left and crashed into the pickup, pushing it into Bonilla and another person, according to FHP.”
It’s unknown at this time whether police will seek the original driver for charges. What is known is that if you or someone you love has been injured or worse in a collision, you need the help of Florida personal injury lawyers who have years of experience in successfully fighting for the rights of those wronged. Contact Bernstein & Maryanoff today to schedule a free initial consultation.
Fri, Mar 26, 2010
Auto Accidents, Wrongful Death