One killed, several hurt during multi-vehicle crash in Tamarac, officials say
FORT LAUDERDALE -- At least one person was killed and four others injured during a multi-vehicle crash Monday afternoon in Tamarac in which at least two people were ejected during the impact, authorities said.
The accident occurred shortly before 1:30 p.m. near 7300 W. McNab Road, according to the Tamarac Fire Department investigators.
One person was flown to a local hospital for treatment and the others were transported for medical care, officials said.
Investigators have not said how the accident occurred or if charges would be filed in connection with the crash. The identity of the victims were pending.
At least two vehicles were involved in the initial crash, which then spilled over to two parked vehicles that were unoccupied, according to deputies.
"The SUV (was) going so fast and the little car (was) trying to get out and by the time it turned around, it went all the way into the sign," said Beatrice Louissent. "And the young boy got out from the car shaking and started crying."
The wreck prompted officials to close down a stretch of the roadway while they investigated the accident.
Live video from Chopper 4 showed a large debris field and at least one vehicle on its side.
Tamarac Fire Department officials said a woman and child were ejected, apparently from the vehicle that ended up on its side.
People in the area told CBS Miami that speeding is frequently an issue.
