Source: Miami.cbslocal.com
According to the Hollywood Police Department, an accident between a car and a bicyclist, left one person dead and another hospitalized. The accident occurred around 9:00 a.m. on January 24, 2020 at the intersection of Sheridan Street and North 38th Avenue in Hollywood, Florida. Police officials are still not sure how the accident occurred between an Isuzu Rodeo and the bicyclist.
Unfortunately, the bicyclist who was described as being in his 50s, died at the scene of the accident. Police officials said that the driver, a woman in her mid-40s, was transported to Memorial Regional Hospital as a Level 2 trauma patient. No word at this time on the extent of her injuries or condition. Miami is one of the most dangerous places in the country for those who like to ride bicycles. The risk of a bike accident injury in South Florida is huge.
In the event you are involved in a bike accident, taking the proper steps can make a tremendous difference. Even when bicyclists take all of the necessary safeguards, they still face significant threats, especially in high traffic areas. There are several factors that can lead to bicycle accidents. Some of the most common types of bicycle accidents involving cars are caused at intersections.
Many bicycle accidents are caused by motorists who are careless and simply don’t see bicyclists on the road. Many bicycle accidents occur due to a vehicle strike at an intersection. Drivers simply fail to watch closely enough for bicycles or pedestrians when approaching intersections or proceeding through an intersection.
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