Three Injured in Multi-Vehicle I-95 Crash Involving Semi-Trucks in St. Johns County

Three people were hospitalized Thursday evening after a multi-vehicle crash involving several semi-trucks shut down all northbound lanes of Interstate 95 in St. Johns County.

The September 10, 2026 crash happened shortly after 5 p.m. on I-95 North between State Road 16 and International Golf Parkway, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

St. Johns County Fire Rescue reported that several vehicles were involved, including multiple semi-trucks.

Three people were transported from the scene with injuries described as minor.

The collision forced authorities to close all northbound lanes during evening rush hour and advise motorists to seek alternate routes.

Authorities have not yet released information about what caused the crash or how the vehicles collided.

What Happened on I-95 North in St. Johns County?

FHP learned of the crash shortly after 5 p.m. Thursday.

The collision occurred on northbound I-95 between State Road 16 and International Golf Parkway and involved several vehicles.

St. Johns County Fire Rescue confirmed that multiple semi-trucks were among the vehicles involved.

Three people were transported from the crash scene with minor injuries. Authorities have not identified the injured individuals or said which vehicles they occupied.

The severity and number of vehicles involved led to the closure of all northbound lanes.

What Caused the Multi-Vehicle Crash?

The cause of the collision has not been released.

Authorities have not said which vehicles made initial contact or whether the crash began with one collision that led to additional impacts.

In a multi-vehicle interstate crash, investigators may need to reconstruct several separate vehicle movements to determine how the collision developed.

Potential factors investigators could examine include vehicle speeds, following distances, lane changes, traffic congestion, driver attention and the movements of the commercial trucks involved.

There is currently no evidence establishing that any of those factors caused Thursday’s crash.

Multi-Vehicle Crashes Can Involve Several Separate Impacts

Determining responsibility can become more complicated when several vehicles are involved in an interstate collision.

One vehicle may initiate a crash, while other motorists encounter the collision seconds later and have limited time or distance to react.

Investigators may therefore attempt to establish a precise sequence showing which vehicles collided, when each impact occurred and whether individual drivers had an opportunity to avoid the developing crash.

The vehicles’ final positions alone may not reveal who caused the initial collision.

Multiple Semi-Trucks Were Involved

The involvement of multiple semi-trucks may make the investigation more complex.

Commercial trucks are substantially heavier than passenger vehicles and generally require greater stopping distances. Their size can also increase the severity of secondary impacts when a chain-reaction collision occurs.

However, the presence of semi-trucks does not mean that a truck driver or trucking company caused the crash.

Authorities have not identified which vehicle initiated Thursday’s collision or accused any commercial driver of wrongdoing.

If investigators need to reconstruct the movements of the trucks, commercial vehicle records may provide additional evidence beyond what is typically available after an ordinary passenger vehicle crash.

Following Distance Could Be Examined

Florida Statute § 316.0895 generally requires motorists to maintain a reasonable and prudent following distance based on speed, traffic and roadway conditions.

Following distance can become particularly important on an interstate where vehicles are traveling at highway speeds.

Commercial motor vehicles can require considerably more distance to stop, making adequate spacing important when traffic suddenly slows.

If investigators determine that one vehicle rear-ended another or was unable to stop for traffic ahead, following distance could become relevant.

FHP has not reported that following too closely contributed to this crash.

Investigators May Also Examine Lane Changes

Florida Statute § 316.089 generally requires motorists to remain within a single lane as nearly as practicable and prohibits moving from that lane until the movement can be made safely.

With several vehicles and multiple semi-trucks involved, investigators may examine whether a lane change preceded the collision.

Vehicle damage, witness accounts, dash camera footage and electronic vehicle data may help determine where each vehicle was positioned immediately before impact.

There is currently no information establishing that an unsafe lane change occurred.

Commercial Truck Records Could Provide Important Evidence

Commercial vehicles can generate records that may help investigators reconstruct a serious highway crash.

Depending on the trucks and carriers involved, potentially relevant evidence could include:

• Electronic logging device records
• Engine control module or vehicle data
• Dash camera footage
• GPS and fleet tracking information
• Driver qualification and training records
• Hours-of-service information
• Inspection and maintenance records
• Dispatch and communication records
• Cargo information, if relevant
• Crash-scene photographs and measurements
• Witness statements and other motorists’ dash camera footage

These records can help establish a truck’s speed, braking, location and operation before a collision.

Their relevance will depend on what investigators determine about the sequence of Thursday’s crash.

Who Could Be Liable After a Multi-Vehicle Truck Crash?

Liability cannot be determined simply by counting the number of vehicles involved or looking at which vehicles suffered the most damage.

Investigators first need to determine what triggered the collision.

If evidence establishes that a driver’s negligence caused the crash, that driver may potentially bear responsibility for resulting injuries and losses.

When a commercial truck driver is involved, the driver’s employer or motor carrier may also become relevant depending on the employment relationship and circumstances of the crash.

In some cases, issues involving negligent hiring, training, supervision or vehicle maintenance may arise. There is currently no reported evidence indicating that any of those issues contributed to this collision.

Florida Statute § 768.81 may also become relevant if evidence establishes that more than one party contributed to the crash.

Florida PIP and Injury Claims After an Interstate Crash

Florida’s no-fault insurance system generally provides qualifying occupants with personal injury protection benefits for certain medical expenses and lost wages after a motor vehicle accident, subject to the requirements and limitations of Fla. Stat. § 627.736.

When another driver’s negligence causes injuries, additional claims may potentially be available depending on the severity of the injuries, available insurance coverage and other circumstances.

Although officials described the three injuries in Thursday’s crash as minor, some accident-related symptoms can become clearer after the initial emergency response.

The nature of any potential claim would depend on the medical evidence and the ultimate findings concerning responsibility for the crash.

FHP Investigating I-95 Crash Near International Golf Parkway

The Florida Highway Patrol is investigating the September 10 multi-vehicle crash on I-95 North between State Road 16 and International Golf Parkway in St. Johns County.

Several vehicles were involved, including multiple semi-trucks, according to St. Johns County Fire Rescue.

Three people were transported from the scene with minor injuries.

The crash shut down all northbound lanes during Thursday evening’s rush hour. Authorities had not yet released information about what caused the collision or which vehicle may have initiated it.

We hope everyone injured receives the care they need and is able to make a full recovery.