Hollywood, FL – Fatal Pedestrian Accident on I-95 NB Near Sheridan St
Hollywood, FL (August 12, 2024) – A devastating pedestrian accident occurred in the northbound lanes of I-95 between Sheridan Street and Stirling Road early on the morning of August 12th, resulting in a fatality. According to the Florida Highway Patrol (FHP), the incident began when a man was walking in the center northbound lane and was struck by a vehicle that failed to stop. Tragically, the man’s body was subsequently hit by several other automobiles. Emergency responders arrived quickly, but the man was pronounced dead at the scene. Authorities later found the man’s car on the inside shoulder of I-95, which appeared to be disabled from a previous crash. The FHP closed the northbound lanes of I-95 for several hours to conduct an investigation and clear the scene. The FHP is actively seeking information on the driver who initially struck the pedestrian and fled the scene.
Our thoughts are with the victim’s loved ones, and we hope for justice in this tragic case.