Escambia County, FL (September 25, 2024) – A traffic accident occurred early Tuesday morning, September 24, at the intersection of Gulf Beach Highway and Atlanta Avenue, prompting an investigation by the Florida Highway Patrol. The incident took place around 6 a.m. and involved two vehicles: a Lexus SUV and a Nissan sedan.
According to the Florida Highway Patrol, the Lexus SUV, operated by a 52-year-old woman from Pensacola, was traveling westbound on Gulf Beach Highway as it approached the intersection with Atlanta Avenue. At the same time, a Nissan sedan traveling eastbound made a left turn directly into the path of the Lexus.
The resulting collision caused the Nissan to strike the front of the Lexus. The impact propelled the Lexus northwest, leading it to crash into a utility pole and a street sign. Meanwhile, the Nissan was pushed into the woods along the southern shoulder of Gulf Beach Highway.
Following the crash, the driver of the Nissan fled the scene on foot. Fortunately, the driver of the Lexus sustained non-life-threatening injuries and was transported to a local hospital for medical treatment.
Authorities are actively investigating the circumstances surrounding the accident and are working to locate the driver of the Nissan.
Our thoughts are with the injured driver and her family during this challenging time.
Vehicle Collisions in Florida
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