🚨 Weekly Crash Roundup: Deadly and Serious Accidents Across Southwest Florida
Southwest Florida roads saw a string of serious traffic crashes this past week, with multiple fatalities, rollovers, and several people hospitalized.
Gladiolus Drive, Iona – A rollover crash was reported, but fortunately, no injuries occurred.
Diplomat Parkway E, Cape Coral – Two people were injured in a rollover crash.
US-41, Port Charlotte – A motorcyclist was killed after a collision on the busy highway.
Pine Island Road, Cape Coral – Four people were injured in a crash, requiring emergency response.
Winkler Avenue, Fort Myers – Two people were hurt following a traffic crash.
Tower Drive, Cape Coral – A woman was killed and a man was arrested in connection with the crash.
Del Prado Blvd N, Cape Coral – A motorcyclist died after a collision.
Palm Beach Blvd, Alva – A motorcyclist suffered serious injuries in a crash.
US-41, North Fort Myers – Another motorcyclist was seriously injured in a separate crash.
Authorities are continuing to investigate the circumstances of each incident. Motorcyclists in particular faced a dangerous week on the roads, with three deadly or serious crashes involving riders.
Law enforcement is urging drivers to stay alert, reduce speed, and share the road safely as traffic volume continues to rise across the region.