Police-Involved Crash in Fort Lauderdale Hospitalizes 3, Including Officer
Tragic Accident on Broward Boulevard
A multi-vehicle crash in Fort Lauderdale has left three people, including a police officer, hospitalized after a collision on Thursday night. The incident occurred along Broward Boulevard, near Northwest 11th Avenue, where a pickup truck, a small sedan, and a police cruiser became entangled.
Investigation Underway
According to investigators, the Lauderhill Police officer involved was on his way back to the city after having taken an arrestee to jail when the crash occurred. The officer and two other individuals suffered minor injuries and were transported to Broward Health Medical Center as a precaution.
Witness Accounts
A male witness, who was down the block when the accident occurred, described the scene: "I heard a screeching of tires and a huge crashing noise. I came out to see what had happened." The witness reported seeing a pickup truck and a small sedan traveling north on 11th Avenue, which collided with the police cruiser at the intersection with Broward Boulevard.
Driver’s Account
The man who was driving the small sedan told 7News that his wife, who is seven months pregnant, was one of the patients transported to the hospital. He described the incident: "I was just trying to get home, and I didn’t even see the police car coming. The next thing I knew, we were in an accident."
Aftermath and Investigation
The police cruiser sustained significant front-end damage, and pieces of the vehicles were scattered across the intersection. The intersection was temporarily shut down for drivers while police investigated the circumstances surrounding the crash. The area has since reopened to traffic.
Conclusion
This tragic incident serves as a reminder of the risks faced by law enforcement officers and the importance of caution on our roads. Our thoughts are with the victims and their families, as well as the first responders who rushed to the scene to provide aid.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What was the cause of the multi-vehicle crash?
The exact cause of the crash is still under investigation, but it appears that a pickup truck and a small sedan collided with a police cruiser at the intersection of 11th Avenue and Broward Boulevard. - Were there any fatalities or serious injuries?
No, there were no fatalities, and the injuries were considered minor. - How many people were involved in the crash?
Three people were involved in the crash, including a police officer and two others. - What was the condition of the police officer involved?
The police officer suffered minor injuries and was transported to the hospital as a precaution.
