Hit-and-Run

Four People have Fled the Scene of a Hit-And-Run Incident that has Closed the Southbound Howard Frankland Bridge

Published on: April 21, 2022 | By The Law Office of Ruth E. Johnson, P.A.

On Saturday, April 16, 2022, around 5:20 a.m., according with Florida Highway Patrol, a hit-and-run collision on the Howard Frankland Bridge stopped all southbound lanes of I-275 and wounded a Tampa man. A Mercedes car was heading south on I-275 in the outside lane around Milepost 35. Another driver in a Nissan Pathfinder, trailering a boat, was driving parallel in the middle lane. According to troopers, the motorist of the sedan lost control of the car for an unknown cause and proceeded to the outer shoulder of the road, finally hitting with a barrier wall. The sedan returned to the lane, but then collided with the trailer being hauled by the Pathfinder. Following the collision, the vehicle came to a halt in the I-275 traffic lanes. According to troopers, four unidentified persons in the vehicle left the scene on foot. A 36-year-old Tampa man suffered minor injuries in the incident, which shut down both southbound lanes of I-275 until 7:40 a.m., according to troopers. Anyone with information regarding the accident is encouraged to contact the Highway Patrol.

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Car accidents can result in significant injuries, and the amount of no-fault coverage required by Florida may be insufficient to cover your injuries. You may be able to get compensation for your medical costs, property damage, and pain and suffering if you file a personal injury claim. Are you still dealing with the financial impact of your accident? As a result, any damage, stress, or financial crisis caused by an accident must be addressed seriously and handled by skilled legal counsel.

Troopers in Florida are Looking for a Man and a White Truck Who Were Involved in a Fatal Hit-And-Run in St. Petersburg

Published on: February 9, 2022 | By The Law Office of Ruth E. Johnson, P.A.

On Sunday, January 30, 2022, a 23-year-old man on an electric scooter was attempting to cross a raised concrete median dividing 66th Street N. and 51st Avenue N. approximately 3:30 a.m., according to the Florida Highway Patrol. According to authorities, he was unable to cross the median and fell into the inside southbound lane of 66th Street N., and into the path of an unknown car. According to FHP, the automobile hit the Simington and continued driving. He passed away on the spot. Troopers discovered a white 2021 Dodge pickup truck spotted parked near 49th Street North on 36th Avenue North that they suspect is linked to the accident. The truck has been parked for many days, according to authorities. The truck had been damaged in the terrible incident last week. A pre-cash photo of a person of interest was obtained by the FHP from a nearby gas station, according to the agency. Contact Florida Highway Patrol at 813-558-1800 if you have any information that could assist authorities in locating the man who was driving this truck during the incident.

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Car accidents can result in significant injuries, and the amount of no-fault coverage required by Florida may be insufficient to cover your injuries. You may be able to get compensation for your medical costs, property damage, and pain and suffering if you file a personal injury claim. Are you still dealing with the financial impact of your accident? As a result, any damage, stress, or financial crisis caused by an accident must be addressed seriously and handled by skilled legal counsel.

In a Terrifying Hit-and-Run Incident, a TikTok Star Medical Worker was Killed

Published on: February 2, 2022 | By The Law Office of Ruth E. Johnson, P.A.

On Monday, January 24, 2022, Leonardo Gil Fraga, a TikTok celebrity and hospital worker, was killed in a hit-and-run after leaving the hospital on his motorcycle. The involved driver still must be found, and his family is demanding justice. A Florida hospital worker with over 100,000 TikTok followers was killed in a hit-and-run vehicle accident while ending his shift at Hialeah Hospital. Around 9:30 p.m., the 34-year-old man was riding his motorcycle home when he was hit by an SUV turning left at the crossing of East 8th Avenue and 21st Street in Hialeah. The car drove away from the incident, leaving the TikTok celebrity on the road. Gil’s aunt informed reporters in Miami that he was resting on the side of the street until a passing motorist noticed him and assisted him. He was finally sent to Jackson Memorial Hospital. However, people verified that Gil died because of his injuries. The SUV car that hit Gil is still on the loose, causing the entire family to seek for everyone’s assistance in identifying the suspect’s identity. However, Hialeah Police Lt. Eduardo Rodriguez explained that the CCTV evidence proved that the SUV driver did not give the TikTok celebrity a chance to stop at the intersection. The SUV driver might face significant charges shortly since Gil had the right of way. The family was broken even more after seeing the video, because Gil had never owned a motorbike until three months ago. The driver who fled the scene of the incident is still being sought by police. Lieutenant Rodriguez has appealed to the community for assistance.

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Car accidents can result in significant injuries, and the amount of no-fault coverage required by Florida may be insufficient to cover your injuries. You may be able to get compensation for your medical costs, property damage, and pain and suffering if you file a personal injury claim. Are you still dealing with the financial impact of your accident? As a result, any damage, stress, or financial crisis caused by an accident must be addressed seriously and handled by skilled legal counsel.

A Teen Driver was Arrested After a Hit-and-Run Crash in Miami that Killed a Woman

Published on: February 1, 2022 | By The Law Office of Ruth E. Johnson, P.A.

On Saturday January 22, 2022, at the crossing of Northwest Third Street and 11th Avenue two women in a red car, who were both in their 60s, were rushed to Jackson Memorial Hospital in critical condition. A 63-year-old woman was killed, and a friend was injured. The second lady is in serious condition at Jackson Memorial Hospital after suffering head injuries, a broken spine, a lacerated spleen, and hip fractures in the incident. Following a tragic hit-and-run collision in Miami’s Little Havana area, a 17-year-old was detained, and two additional suspects were identified by investigators, Miami police reported Thursday. Surveillance cameras at a nearby gas station captured video of the suspects, who police claimed were in a stolen white Land Rover that crashed with the 63-year-old woman’s vehicle. They suspect the Land Rover driver ran a stop sign before the fatal T-bone crash. According to the report, the victim’s vehicle then sideswiped two parked vehicles on the east side of the road prior to rear-ending another parked vehicle, resulting in a chain-reaction accident involving two additional parked cars. The 17-year-old teen appeared in juvenile court before a judge, and after the charges were read, his mother stated that she would hire her own attorney instead of accepting a court-appointed Public Defender. The state stated it was evaluating the case and that if they decided to make a “direct filing,” they could prosecute him as an adult. He has another hearing scheduled on February 16th.

Speak with an experienced Miami Car Accident Attorney today!

Car accidents can result in significant injuries, and the amount of no-fault coverage required by Florida may be insufficient to cover your injuries. You may be able to get compensation for your medical costs, property damage, and pain and suffering if you file a personal injury claim. Are you still dealing with the financial impact of your accident? As a result, any damage, stress, or financial crisis caused by an accident must be addressed seriously and handled by skilled legal counsel.

Deadly Hit-and-Run – Florida Highway Patrol is Looking for the Car Involved

Published on: January 25, 2022 | By The Law Office of Ruth E. Johnson, P.A.

On Saturday January 22, 2022, according to the Florida Highway Patrol, two persons died in two separate vehicle and bicycle accidents in Clay County last Saturday night. In Clay County on Saturday night, a second bicyclist was killed. The collisions were not linked, according to troopers. The initial collision occurred just before 7:30 p.m. on North Mimosa Avenue around County Road 218 in Middleburg, according to the Florida Highway Patrol. According to police, a sedan driver struck a 45-year-old male biker and fled the area. Before arriving at the hospital, the bicyclist died. According to the Florida Highway Patrol report, he also wasn’t wearing a helmet. There may be some barriers in the area for drivers. Anticipate delays and plan to slow down. Anyone with information regarding the collision should contact the Florida Highway Patrol right away. The driver and vehicle suspected to have driven over a biker in Clay County and then abandoned the scene are being sought by Florida Highway Patrol investigators. The car is a white Chrysler PT Cruiser from 2001 to 2004. The automobile will have damage to the right front and hood, as well as a missing right headlight, according to the FHP. If you spot the car or have any details on the driver, call FHP at *347 or 911 immediately. Call Crime Stoppers at 1-866-845-8477 to make an anonymous call.

Speak with an experienced Miami Car Accident Attorney today!

Car accidents can result in significant injuries, and the amount of no-fault coverage required by Florida may be insufficient to cover your injuries. You may be able to get compensation for your medical costs, property damage, and pain and suffering if you file a personal injury claim. Are you still dealing with the financial impact of your accident? As a result, any damage, stress, or financial crisis caused by an accident must be addressed seriously and handled by skilled legal counsel.

Motorcyclist Hospitalized After Getting Hit by an SUV, Hit-and-Run

Published on: January 12, 2022 | By The Law Office of Ruth E. Johnson, P.A.

On Saturday, January 8, 2022, around 5 am, Miami Police responded to an accident at Northwest Seventh Street and 23rd Court. According to police, a man crashed with an SUV, crushing a motorcyclist who was nearby. When authorities got on the scene, the implicated motorcyclist was taken to Jackson Memorial Hospital for a leg injury in stable condition for treatment. According to authorities, the driver of a white Toyota Tundra collided with a gray Chevy Equinox and one of the automobiles involved in the collision attempted to escape the site of the accident. The Tundra’s driver attempted to leave the scene, but he was pursued until he was stopped at Northwest 23rd Court and Seventh Street. A short time later, he was brought under custody. The Tundra’s driver was transported to West Miami-Turner Dade’s Guilford Knight Correctional Center. His driver’s license was not located on records, according to police reports. A male has been recognized as the person who will face prosecution. He is accused of driving without a valid driver’s license and fleeing the scene of an accident with property damage.

Speak with an experienced Miami Car Accident Attorney today!

Car accidents can result in significant injuries, and the amount of no-fault coverage required by Florida may be insufficient to cover your injuries. You may be able to get compensation for your medical costs, property damage, and pain and suffering if you file a personal injury claim. Are you still dealing with the financial impact of your accident? As a result, any damage, stress, or financial crisis caused by an accident must be addressed seriously and handled by skilled legal counsel.

Hit-and-Run Crash After a Home Robbery

Published on: January 11, 2022 | By The Law Office of Ruth E. Johnson, P.A.

On Wednesday, January 5, 2022, around 2:15 am, according to the police, a motorist attempting to flee a probable overnight burglary in a stolen minivan crashed with two vehicles around the area of University Drive and Stirling Road; the thief then exited the van and fled on foot. According to Davie police spokesperson Sarah Andeara, a Davie resident “interrupted a crime” in his property. The thief then hopped into a blue Dodge Caravan and drove away. The driver was involved in a car accident shortly after. Andeara stated that she had no idea what sort of crime was disrupted. Police were dispatched to the residence in response to a report of a vehicle break-in. According to authorities, no one was badly injured. During the investigations, authorities discovered that the crashed minivan had been stolen in a separate incident from Hollywood. There were no immediate details regarding the incident or when it happened. If anyone has any type of information that will benefit the investigation to get resolved, is encouraged to contact the police at any time.

Speak with an experienced Miami Car Accident Attorney today!

Car accidents can result in significant injuries, and the amount of no-fault coverage required by Florida may be insufficient to cover your injuries. You may be able to get compensation for your medical costs, property damage, and pain and suffering if you file a personal injury claim. Are you still dealing with the financial impact of your accident? As a result, any damage, stress, or financial crisis caused by an accident must be addressed seriously and handled by skilled legal counsel.