Investigation Underway into Possible Connection between Two Crashes in Broward County
Crash in Plantation
A rollover crash occurred in Plantation on New Year’s Eve, leaving a vehicle on its side near University Drive. The crash was reported around the same time as another incident that left a Plantation Police officer hospitalized.
Eyewitness Account
Jenny Bailey, a resident who lives across the street from the crash site, witnessed the incident. She was walking her dog when she heard a loud bang and saw the vehicle rolling over on the roadway. "It was flipped over on its back," she said.
Surveillance Footage
Bailey’s backyard surveillance video shows ambulances and police officers rushing to the scene, which was chaotic, with traffic grinding to a halt in all directions. "It was chaotic," Bailey said.
Chase and Crash in Davie
According to Plantation Police, officers were attempting to arrest a suspect with outstanding warrants when the suspect drove off and caused a chain of events, leading to the second crash in Davie. The suspect is still at large and has not been apprehended.
Officer Injured in Davie Crash
The second crash occurred near Davie Road and State Road 84 in Davie, about five minutes away from the first crash. A Plantation officer was involved in the two-car crash and was taken to a nearby hospital. The driver of the second car involved in the crash stayed at the scene.
Investigation Ongoing
Police have not confirmed whether the two crashes are connected, and an investigation is ongoing to determine the cause of the incidents.
FAQs
Q: What was the location of the first crash?
A: The first crash occurred near University Drive in Plantation.
Q: What was the nature of the first crash?
A: The crash was a rollover, with a vehicle left on its side.
Q: What happened in the second crash?
A: A Plantation officer was involved in a two-car crash in Davie, and the officer was taken to a nearby hospital.
Q: Is the suspect from the first crash still at large?
A: Yes, the suspect is still on the run and has not been apprehended.
Q: Are the two crashes connected?
A: Police have not confirmed whether the two crashes are related, and an investigation is ongoing.
