Tampa, FL (June 15, 2021) - Two people were killed and another suffered serious injuries following a motor vehicle crash in Tampa on Tuesday evening. The accident happened at the intersection of N. Manhattan Avenue and W. Boy Scout Boulevard.
According to a report from the Tampa Police Department, a Nissan Frontier was crossing Boy Scout Boulevard when it was struck by a Jeep. The driver and a passenger in the Nissan were killed in the crash. The driver of the Jeep was taken to a hospital for treatment of serious but non-life-threatening injuries. The Jeep was rolled over onto its side following the crash.
The westbound lanes of Boyscout Road were closed following the accident and remained closed until around 8:30 p.m. Motorists were advised to avoid the scene or to find alternate routes of travel if possible.
An investigation into the crash is ongoing.
According to statistics, about 250,000 people were victims of Florida injury accidents in 2019. A very large majority of all Florida car accidents are caused by the actions of negligent drivers. These drivers choose to speed, drive while distracted, driving under the influence of alcohol, and other careless behaviors. All of these actions can lead to injuries for innocent victims.
Our thoughts and condolences go out to the victim's family following this fatal car accident in Tampa.
Rubenstein Law is dedicated to serving individuals & families injured by the negligence of others. We know first-hand the heartbreak that can be left behind after an 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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