Three Teens Killed in Two-Car Crash on North Federal Highway in Pompano Beach

A devastating two-vehicle crash in Pompano Beach Monday night claimed the lives of three teenage boys, according to the Broward Sheriff’s Office (BSO).

The victims — ages 15, 16, and 18 — were pronounced dead after being transported to the hospital following the collision, which occurred along North Federal Highway.

BSO deputies responded to the crash around 7:00 p.m. near the 1600 block of North Federal Highway. According to investigators:

• Two vehicles were involved in the crash
• One vehicle veered off the roadway, striking a concrete pole and then crashing into a bus stop
• The three male teens were inside that vehicle
• All three were transported to the hospital, where they later died from their injuries
• The driver of the second vehicle was not injured

The identities of the victims have not yet been released.

BSO Traffic Homicide detectives remain on scene and are conducting a full investigation into what caused the crash.

As part of the traffic homicide investigation, deputies are examining:

• The sequence of events leading up to the crash
• Vehicle speeds and braking patterns
• Possible driver error or negligence
• Surveillance footage from nearby businesses or traffic cameras
• Eyewitness statements
• Roadway design, lighting, and signage

At this stage, authorities have not said whether speed, impairment, or distraction played a role, but the investigation is ongoing.

North Federal Highway is a busy, high-speed corridor with frequent traffic, intersections, and roadside obstacles. When vehicles leave the roadway at speed, impacts with fixed objects — such as poles or concrete structures — are often catastrophic.

Crashes involving young drivers or passengers frequently result in:

• Traumatic brain injuries
• Internal organ damage
• Severe spinal injuries
• Fatal blunt-force trauma

Even with modern vehicle safety features, impacts with immovable objects drastically increase the likelihood of fatal injuries.

Legal Rights of Families After a Fatal Crash Involving Minors

When children or teenagers are killed in a motor vehicle crash, surviving families may have the right to pursue a wrongful death claim under the Florida Wrongful Death Act.

Potential compensation may include:

• Funeral and burial expenses
• Loss of financial support
• Loss of companionship, guidance, and protection
• Mental pain and suffering of surviving parents
• Medical expenses incurred prior to death

If another driver’s negligence contributed to the crash — through speeding, reckless driving, or failure to follow traffic laws — liability may exist even if that driver was not physically injured.

Determining Liability in Multi-Vehicle Fatal Crashes

In two-car crashes resulting in multiple fatalities, liability may extend beyond a single driver and can include:

• Negligent drivers
• Vehicle owners
• Employers (if a driver was working at the time)
• Government entities responsible for dangerous roadway conditions
• Manufacturers (if a vehicle defect contributed)

These cases require immediate investigation to preserve evidence such as vehicle data, video footage, and crash-scene markings.

At Flanagan & Bodenheimer Injury & Wrongful Death Law Firm, we represent families throughout Broward County, including Pompano Beach, who have lost children or loved ones in sudden, preventable crashes.

We intentionally keep a small caseload, ensuring families have direct access to their attorneys, not case managers. Our team acts quickly to:

• Launch an independent investigation
• Preserve surveillance and traffic camera footage
• Work with accident reconstruction experts
• Analyze law enforcement findings
• Identify all potential insurance coverage
• Handle insurers and legal deadlines while families grieve

📞 Contact Flanagan & Bodenheimer Injury & Wrongful Death Law Firm for a free, confidential consultation. We proudly represent families throughout Pompano Beach, Broward County, and all of South Florida.