Crestview, FL (August 25, 2018) – Two people were hurt in a fiery crash that took place Friday night in Crestview. Just before 10:00 pm, 17 year old Megan Elise Dawson was operating a 1993 Chevy Suburban South on Antioch Road. Dawson attempted to pass several other vehicles when she collided with a 2000 Honda S2000 driven by Miguel Talavera Santiago.
Following impact, the Suburban flipped over several times and caught fire. Eventually, the car became completely engulfed in flames. It came to rest facing east, blocking both lanes of Antioch Road. The Honda veered across two lanes and ended up in a tree line off the roadway.
Both Dawson and Santiago were hurt in the crash although their injuries are not believed to be life-threatening. Dawson received a citation for passing in a no passing zone.
From the description provided, this accident could have been much more serious than it turned out to be. Fortunately, Megan Dawson was able to escape her vehicle before it became engulfed in flames, likely avoiding serious injury or death. We are also happy to hear that Miguel Santiago suffered only minor injuries.
Each year across the state there are over 400,000 reportable crashes that take place. Many of these crashes will involve serious injuries to those involved.
If you or a loved one find yourself in the unfortunate position of being in an injury accident you may have legal rights. At Rubenstein Law, our firm assists people who have been injured due to the negligence of another.
For a free consultation and case evaluation, call us at 1-800 FL-Legal.
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