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Jacksonville, FL (January 5, 2020) – According to the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office, one person was killed and two were injured in a fatal collision on Edgewood Avenue North.
The accident took place around 2:30 a.m. this morning when two vehicles forcefully collided with one another. One of the sedans had severe front-end damage while the other had the entire driver’s side ripped off of it.
Three people were allegedly treated at the scene and then transported to a local hospital but one man passed away while there. JSO claims that the other two adults are in stable condition at this time.
No further details regarding the circumstances of the crash have been released but the investigation continues.
We would like to offer our deepest condolences to the family of the deceased victim at this time. Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families in hopes of a full recovery.
Fatal Accidents in Florida
Every day, fatal accidents occur on Florida roads, with many happening in Jacksonville. In one recent year, over 2,900 fatal accidents occurred in Florida, many of which happened due to reckless actions. These accidents commonly occur due to distracted driving, drunk driving, speeding, and many other reasons. When a loved one’s life is taken in a fatal collision, it is imperative that a victim’s family speaks with a wrongful death attorney in Florida as soon as possible.
At Sheftall & Associates, our skilled personal injury attorneys have stood by the sides of numerous families after they have suffered some of the most life-altering losses. We have experience handling every aspect of the legal system and will help you understand this process, which brings some anxiousness and confusion. If you have lost someone close to you in an accident that was the fault of another party, please contact our law firm in Florida for more information at 904-647-2296.
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.
Jacksonville, FL (January 5, 2020) – According to the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office, one person was killed and two were injured in a fatal collision on Edgewood Avenue North. The accident took place around 2:30 a.m. this morning when two vehicles forcefully collided with one another. One of the sedans had severe front-end damage while the other had the entire driver’s side ripped off of it. Three people were allegedly treated at the scene and then transported to a local hospital but one [...]
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