Jacksonville, FL (January 17, 2020) – According to Jacksonville Police, multiple parties were injured in a car crash at a local intersection that led to injuries.

The accident, according to police, took place at the intersection of Soutel Drive and Leander J. Shaw Jr. Drive in Jacksonville.

Police have not commented on the exact circumstances leading up to the accident but claim that multiple parties were injured due to the collision. One person was trapped following the collision and had to be extricated from their vehicle.

There were extensive delays in the area for some time after the collision as police worked to clear the roadway. The investigation is currently ongoing.

Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families in hopes of a full recovery.

Car Accidents in Florida 

According to recent research taken in 2017, approximately 400,000 car accidents took place in Florida in one recent year. Research has also shown that a large percentage of these accidents have taken place at intersections, one of the most common places for these collisions. These accidents most commonly occur due to reasons like distracted driving, drunk driving, speeding, and more. The aftermath of a collision can be a challenging thing to face, which is why you should always have a car accident attorney on your side.

At Sheftall & Associates, our attorneys have helped countless victims after they have been injured in an accident that was not their fault. We will help you obtain a wide array of damages that you may not have expected were available in your case. You have a right to move forward and we will be right by your side. Please contact our accident attorneys in Florida at 904-647-2296 for help understanding your legal options at this time.

Note: As a result of the secondary sources that were used to complete this post, the information included within has not been independently verified by our own staff and may include misinformation. If you read something that, to your knowledge, is incorrect, please contact us as soon as possible and we will correct the inaccuracy.

Disclaimer: As members of the local Jacksonville and broader Florida community, we hope everyone in our community is safe and protected. We cover the events included in this blog as a way to offer support to the victims in similar circumstances and to provide relief during these difficult times. This is not a solicitation for business, and this information should not be misconstrued as medical or legal advice. You should speak with a trained legal professional for more information regarding your situation.