Tampa, FL (October 18, 2018) - A crash in the southbound lanes of I-75 has caused the closure of all southbound lanes. The crash happened around 5:00 pm on Thursday, October 18th.
Florida Highway Patrol responded to the crash scene shortly after 5:00. At least one person is reported injured in the accident, though the extent and severity of their injuries are unknown. It is not clear how the crash occurred. All three southbound lanes of I-75 have been closed while police work at the scene. There is no word on when the lanes will re-open.
No additional information is available at this time.
In 2017, over 250,000 people were injured in Florida car accidents. Accidents occur for a variety of reasons but most are related to some sort of human or mechanical error. In cases where one driver is hurt due to another's negligence, the law provides the injured victims with a remedy. Innocent accident victims can seek to recover money for pain and suffering, medical bills and lost wages.
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