MIAMI, FL – A tragic chain-reaction crash in Miami has left one man dead and a woman injured, with part of the incident captured on a doorbell camera. The crash occurred near Shenandoah Park, a bustling area where residents were enjoying the evening on nearby tennis courts.
The shocking footage shows the moment a speeding car collided with a man on Southwest 21st Avenue. The impact was so severe that the man’s body was thrown over an ice cream truck and landed further down the street, where it was later covered with a white sheet by authorities. Residents who witnessed the scene described it as both horrific and preventable.
According to police, the driver responsible for the crash had already hit several vehicles before striking the pedestrian. Witnesses reported seeing the driver attempt to flee the scene, but quick-thinking bystanders at the park intervened and prevented his escape.
Locals have expressed their frustration, noting that speeding has been a persistent issue in the community. Many believe that this tragic incident underscores the urgent need for traffic calming measures, such as speed tables or traffic circles, to enhance safety in the area.
The driver involved in the crash was taken to a local hospital’s trauma center, as was the woman driving the ice cream truck. Authorities are currently investigating the conditions of both individuals and anticipate that the driver will face multiple charges related to the incident.