YBOR CITY, FL — A crash on Saturday night claimed four lives and injured at least 13 individuals near 15th Street and 4th Avenue.
The collision occurred at approximately 11:22 p.m. when a sedan and an SUV collided in the intersection. Authorities confirmed that four people died at the scene, and 13 others were transported to local hospitals with varying injuries.
Emergency responders from the Tampa Fire Rescue and Hillsborough County Fire Rescue arrived quickly, providing medical assistance and transporting the wounded. The area was secured for investigation, causing significant lane closures on 15th Street and 4th Avenue for several hours.
According to reports from the Florida Highway Patrol, the investigation into the cause of the crash is ongoing. Initial assessments suggest that excessive speed may have been a factor, but no official conclusions have been drawn.
Witnesses reported a loud impact followed by chaos as bystanders rushed to help. The identity of the deceased and injured individuals has not been released pending notifications to their families. Towing agencies have removed the vehicles involved, and the roadway has since reopened.
Authorities are appealing for any additional witnesses to come forward as they piece together the events leading up to the incident.