Monroe County, FL (September 27, 2021) - Police and rescue workers responded to the scene of a car accident on the Seven Mile Bridge in Monroe County. The accident occurred on Monday, September 27th around 2:00 p.m.
Officials with the Monroe County Sheriff's Office were dispatched to the collision. According to deputies, two cars were traveling in opposite directions near mile marker 43.5 when they collided head-on with one another. The cause of the accident was not immediately known. Paramedics arrived at the scene and transported at least two people to an area hospital for treatment of unknown injuries. There is no update on the conditions of the victims at this time.
The bridge was closed while police investigated. There is no word on potential charges and an investigation is ongoing.
According to statistics published by NHTSA, a reportable car accident in Florida takes place about once every 92 seconds. Monroe County car accidents often leave injured victims and their families suffering from the aftermath of the crash, including pain and suffering, lost wages, and expensive medical treatment. Police will continue to investigate this crash in order to determine the cause and which driver should be held responsible.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims following this car accident in Monroe County.
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