A tragic accident involving four vehicles occurred in North Tampa on Friday morning, resulting in the death of a woman and the hospitalization of two others, according to the Tampa Police Department (TPD).
The accident transpired at the intersection of E. Bougainvillea Avenue and McKinley Drive around 10 a.m. The TPD reported that a woman in her late 20s was driving a Kia Sorento when she attempted to turn onto E. Bougainvillea Avenue. At that moment, her vehicle was struck by a Dodge Ram. The collision had catastrophic results, with the woman pronounced dead at the scene. The driver of the Dodge Ram sustained non-life-threatening injuries and was transported to a nearby hospital for medical care.
The impact from the initial collision led to a chain reaction, dragging two additional vehicles into the fray. One driver, in an attempt to evade the pile-up, veered into a wooded area. This driver also suffered non-life-threatening injuries and was taken to a hospital for treatment. Meanwhile, a fourth vehicle was caught in the accident due to flying debris, leaving its female driver unharmed, though understandably shaken.
The aftermath of the crash has necessitated the continued closure of the intersection at E. Bougainvillea Avenue and McKinley Drive, while officials work to clear the scene and investigate the circumstances surrounding the incident. Citizens are advised to seek alternative routes to avoid the area.
As the investigation continues, the TPD urges the public to exercise caution when navigating through busy intersections. This incident serves as a stark reminder of the unpredictability and hazards that can arise on the road.
The community mourns the loss of life resulting from this tragic accident in North Tampa. Authorities are diligently working to ensure the safety of the area and complete their investigation to prevent such incidents in the future.
Source: Fox13news
