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Jacksonville, FL (February 15, 2019) - A motorcycle troopers with the Florida Highway Patrol was seriously injured in a crash that took place on Normandy Boulevard on Friday, February 15th.
According to investigators, two motorcycle troopers were traveling eastbound on Normandy when a driver suddenly turned left in front of them. The driver, 26-year-old Cedric Brown, was attempting to make a left turn onto Normandy Boulevard when he struck one of the troopers. The other trooper was able to avoid a collision with Brown's vehicle.
The trooper who was struck suffered serious, but non-life-threatening injuries and was taken to the hospital for treatment. Officers have charged Brown with failing to yield the right of way and possession of a controlled substance.
Our thoughts go out to the trooper involved in this Jacksonville crash. First responders and law enforcement officers risk their lives and safety to protect the public each day. Due to the fact that they are frequently on the road, they are always at risk of being involved in a car accident. In this accident, it initially appears as though the driver was at fault for the injuries sustained by the trooper.
If you or a loved one have sustained injuries in a Florida traffic accident, our attorneys will stand behind you every step of the way. At Rubenstein Law, we have served injured Floridians since 1988. Let us put our skills and experience to work for you to help you gain the compensation you need. For your free consultation, please call 1-800 FL-Legal.
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