Port Charlotte, FL (July 20, 2019) - Police responded to the scene of a fatal crash on El Jobean Road in Port Charlotte on Friday, July 19th.
According to the Florida Highway Patrol, the crash took place near Flamingo Boulevard. At least one person was pronounced dead as a result of the collision. Troopers have not said how the accident took place or the number of vehicles involved. The identity of the deceased victim has not yet been released. The crash caused traffic to be blocked for several hours at the intersection with Flamingo Boulevard.
No further details have been released.
A reportable crash takes place approximately every 92 seconds in Florida. Many of these reported accidents will involve death or serious injury to those involved. Additionally, those who are killed or injured may be the victims of negligent drivers. When you or a loved one have suffered damages due to another driver's recklessness, you may have important legal rights.
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