Stuart, FL (June 24, 2020) - At least one person is dead following a crash between a car and a motorcycle in Stuart. The crash happened around 3:45 p.m. on US 1 near Southeast Miami Street.
According to police, the crash took place in the northbound lanes of US 1. Motorists were diverted along Southeast Commerce Avenue as investigators and rescue workers were at the scene. The road remained closed for several hours following the crash. There is no word on the events leading up to the collision and officials have not identified the deceased victim. It is not clear at this time if any other injuries were reported.
The crash remains under investigation.
A Florida car accident can be a life-changing event both for the victim as well as their family. Sadly, about eight people are killed every day in crashes that occur throughout our state. Motorcyclists, in particular, are in great danger of being injured or killed in accidents with larger vehicles. A motorcycle is simply not built to withstand the force of an accident and riders are often thrown from their bikes following impact.
Our condolences are with the family of the deceased victim at this time and we hope that the injured victim is able to make a complete recovery.
Rubenstein Law is dedicated to serving individuals & families injured by the negligence of others. We know first-hand the carnage and heartbreak that can be left behind for our clients and the public at large after a serious accident. In our news blog, we write about cases of personal injury relevant to our line of work, and we report on news of judgments and appellate cases that affect the rights of personal injury claimants. We feel a responsibility to raise awareness of the injury and tragic loss of life occurring across our state every day.
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