A severe traffic accident occurred on the Sawgrass Expressway early this morning, resulting in the closure of all northbound lanes. The collision involved a passenger vehicle and an 18-wheeler between Oakland Park Boulevard and Commercial Boulevard, according to the Florida Highway Patrol (FHP). The aftermath of the crash left the involved automobile almost unrecognizable, with its front end completely obliterated.
The incident took place before 3 a.m., as reported by NBC Miami. Images from the scene showed emergency responders surrounding a severely damaged vehicle. The identity of the deceased was not immediately disclosed. Motorists have been rerouted off at Oakland Park Boulevard, with suggestions to use Nob Hill Road, University Drive, or Pine Island Road as alternatives.
Further coverage by WSVN highlighted that the on-ramp from Oakland Park Boulevard to the Sawgrass Expressway was also closed. Traffic was heavy as Sunrise Fire Rescue crews arrived to extract the body of the victim. The Florida Highway Patrol has not yet made an official statement regarding the exact details of the crash, indicating an ongoing investigation.
The closure of the expressway caused significant disruption during the morning rush hour, and authorities were quick to advise drivers to steer clear of the area, FHP did not confirm when the lanes might reopen. This transportation artery remains at a standstill as the investigative process unfolds. Both reports underscore that this is a developing story; updates are expected as more information becomes available.
