Pembroke Park, FL (October 27, 2018) - A deadly two vehicle crash occurred on Friday, October 26th in Pembroke Park. The Broward County Sheriff's Office responded to Southwest 32nd Street and 52nd Avenue in response to a call regarding the accident.
When officers arrived on scene, they discovered a truck with heavy damage and pieces of another vehicle strewn in the roadway. The truck had overturned following the crash, according to one eyewitness on scene. A power pole was also knocked over, causing some local residents to temporarily lose power after the accident.
27 year old Wadarius Harris died from injuries suffered in the crash. Two others, who remain unidentified, were transported to the hospital. Their conditions are unknown at this time.
Police continue to investigate the crash.
We are saddened to hear of this deadly crash in Pembroke Park. When you have lost a loved one in a traffic accident, it is natural to expect answers as to how and why the crash took place. In the aftermath of a deadly accident, police will carefully investigate the crash and determine which driver was at fault.
When innocent victims are killed as a result of negligence, the law provides a remedy. In Florida, the deceased's next of kin can file a claim for wrongful death and seek to recover compensation for the loss of their loved one. In a wrongful death case, the surviving family member can seek reimbursement for funeral expenses and compensation for the loss of love and companionship.
Wrongful death claims are complicated and should only be handled by an experienced Florida wrongful death attorney. At Rubenstein Law, our team is here to help when you need us. For a free consultation, give us a call at 1-800 FL-Legal.
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