Bradenton, FL (June 22, 2021) - Authorities responded to the scene of a serious car accident in Bradenton on Monday, June 21st. The collision occurred around 7:30 p.m. on U.S. Highway 41 near Seagate Drive.
Troopers with the Florida Highway Patrol responded to the crash. According to a report, a couple from Kentucky was pulling out of a parking lot in the 8400 block of U.S. 41 when their vehicle traveled into the path of two cars that were traveling northbound. The three vehicles collided with each other at the intersection. The 77-year-old driver of the car and her 78-year-old passenger died at the crash scene. A 24-year-old man and an 18-year-old female passenger in one of the other vehicles were transported to a hospital in serious condition. Three others suffered minor injuries. None of the victims were identified.
The FHP is investigating.
Car accidents in Florida take place approximately once every 92 seconds. According to statistics from the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles, there were nearly 400,000 reportable car accidents in our state in 2019. This means that all motorists are constantly at risk of being involved in a crash. Unfortunately, many accident victims are innocent motorists who are killed or injured due to the actions of negligent drivers.
Our thoughts and best wishes are with those affected by this tragic car accident in Bradenton.
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