Jacksonville, FL (January 18, 2021) - Police and rescue workers responded to the scene of a multi-vehicle accident in Jacksonville on Monday, January 18th. The accident took place around 1:45 p.m. on West 45th Street near the intersection with Vernon Road.

The Jacksonville Fire Rescue Department was among the first agencies at the scene. According to a report from officials, several cars were involved in the accident but the cause of the crash is unclear at this time. At least five people sustained undisclosed injuries but the JFRD described the scene as a mass casualty incident. Multiple units were dispatched to respond to the collision. There is no word on the victims' condition at this time. 

No additional information is available.

Florida experiences approximately 400,000 reportable car accidents every year. Of this number, approximately 250,000 crashes will cause injury to the victim. Some common types of injuries sustained by car accident victims include broken bones, head trauma, neck, and spinal cord injuries, scars, disfigurement, and death. A Florida car accident can certainly change your life for the worst in a matter of seconds.

We offer our condolences to the victims of this crash in Jacksonville.

Rubenstein Law is dedicated to serving individuals and families injured by the negligence of others. We know first-hand the heartbreak that can be left behind after an accident. In our news blog, we write about cases or personal injury that are relevant to our line of work, and we report on news of judgments and appellate cases that affect the rights of personal injury claimants. We feel a responsibility for the tragic loss of life occurring across our state every day.

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