A tragic accident early Thursday morning led to the closure of a section of the southbound I-95 near Northwest 103rd Street in Miami-Dade County for several hours. The Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) is currently investigating the incident, which involved two cars and a motorcycle.
The crash was reported to authorities at approximately 3:12 a.m., prompting the dispatch of multiple emergency units to the scene. Upon arrival, rescue teams encountered a chaotic situation: a motorcycle and one vehicle were halted in the express lanes, while a second car ended up in the main lanes. Debris from the vehicles was scattered across the highway, underscoring the severity of the collision.
As a precautionary measure and to aid in the cleanup and investigation, all southbound lanes of I-95 were closed. Drivers were rerouted via 125th Street, and alternate routes such as the Turnpike, U.S. 1, or Northwest 7th Avenue were recommended. Authorities warned of significant delays during the morning rush hour.
By the time of this report's conclusion (9:30 a.m. Miami time), the lanes had been reopened. The identity of the deceased victim has not yet been confirmed, nor has it been disclosed if there were additional injuries resulting from the accident.
FAQs on Miami-Dade I-95 Accident
What time did the accident on I-95 occur?
The accident was reported at approximately 3:12 a.m.
Which agencies are investigating the I-95 accident?
The Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) is conducting the investigation.
Were there any confirmed injuries or fatalities in the accident?
As of the latest update, the identity of the deceased victim has not been confirmed, and it is unclear if there were additional injuries.