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Ocala, FL (January 8, 2019) - A police officer in Ocala suffered injuries after a two-car crash on Sunday, January 6th. The crash took place around 9:30 pm at the intersection of Southwest 27th Avenue and Southwest 20th Street.
According to reports, 21-year-old Victor Luis Hernandez Bohorquez was traveling northbound on 27th Avenue when he turned left onto 20th Street. Bohorquez then turned in front of a police cruiser driven by Officer Rebecca Letson of the Ocala Police Department. Bohorquez's vehicle collided with Letson's vehicle as Letson was traveling southbound on 27th Avenue.
Officer Letson suffered neck and wrist injuries and was taken to Ocala Regional Medical Center. Bohorquez was cited for failing to yield while making a left turn.
Approximately 30 crashes are reported in Florida every hour. Many of these crashes will involve minor damage and will be no more than an inconvenience to drivers and passengers.
However, some crashes will be more serious and involve injuries, sometimes severe or fatal. When a serious crash occurs, it can turn your world upside down. From high medical bills to forced time off of work, a car accident can make a major negative impact on your life.
When you have been affected by an accident, the Florida car accident attorneys at Rubenstein Law will stand by your side. We are here every step of the way to make sure you receive the compensation you deserve. For a free consultation, contact us any time at 1-800 FL-Legal.
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