Two individuals were injured during an accident early Saturday morning in Miami-Dade County, according to police sources. The incident, which took place in the Golden Glades area, resulted in injuries to a Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) officer and the driver of a Toyota Camry, as reported by Local 10 News.
According to the official account, the driver of the Toyota Camry "lost control" while heading south on Interstate 95, skidded on the wet road, and collided with a stationary Dodge Challenger belonging to the FHP.
FHP spokesperson, Lieutenant Alex Camacho, stated that the FHP officer was protecting construction workers in the express lanes of southbound I-95 in the Golden Glades interchange area. "The express lanes were closed for an active construction work zone, and the officer's vehicle was strategically positioned to ensure the safety of the workers," Camacho said in a statement.
Firefighters transported the two injured individuals to the Ryder Trauma Center at Jackson Memorial Hospital.
Last week, another severe accident occurred in northwest Miami-Dade, involving three cars. The incident, which resulted in two people being injured, happened at the intersection of Opa-locka Boulevard and Northwest 10 Avenue around 3:30 p.m., as reported by local authorities.
Key Details About the Miami-Dade Crash
Here are some frequently asked questions and their answers regarding the recent accident in Miami-Dade involving a Florida Highway Patrol officer and a driver.
What caused the accident in Miami-Dade involving the FHP officer?
The accident was caused when the driver of a Toyota Camry lost control on the wet road while heading south on Interstate 95 and collided with a stationary Dodge Challenger of the FHP.
Where were the injured individuals taken for treatment?
The injured individuals were transported to the Ryder Trauma Center at Jackson Memorial Hospital.
Were there any recent similar accidents in Miami-Dade?
Yes, last week another severe accident occurred in northwest Miami-Dade, involving three cars and resulting in two people being injured.