Cape Coral, FL (December 29, 2019) - Two people were seriously hurt in a crash that took place in Cape Coral on Friday, December 27th. The crash happened near the intersection of Burnt Store Road and Pine Island Road.
The Cape Coral Police Department responded to the crash scene along with rescue workers. When authorities arrived, they discovered three victims suffering from injuries sustained in the crash. Two of the victims were taken via helicopter to the hospital with serious injuries. A third person was also transported with unknown injuries. Police have not said how the crash occurred or identified anyone involved.
The roadway was closed following the crash and drivers were told to find alternate routes of travel. There are no further details available at this time.
Each year in Florida there are approximately 250,000 injury accidents reported. Each time the average person steps into a vehicle they are at some risk of being the victim of a car accident. When an accident with injuries occurs, your life can drastically change for the worse upon a moment's notice.
Our condolences go out to the victims of this crash in Cape Coral.
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