Tragic Crash on SR-9B Near E-Town Parkway Leaves One Dead, Six Hospitalized

A devastating multi-vehicle crash on State Road 9B near E-Town Parkway in Duval County left one woman dead and six others injured on Sunday, August 3. The incident occurred shortly after 12:20 p.m., prompting a large emergency response from the Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department and the Florida Highway Patrol (FHP).

According to FHP’s preliminary report, two sport utility vehicles were traveling northbound on SR-9B when a sudden lane change led to disaster. One SUV, which had five occupants, sideswiped the second vehicle while attempting to switch lanes. The impact caused both vehicles to lose control, resulting in a severe collision.

Tragically, a 29-year-old woman from Mooresville, North Carolina, who was a passenger in the SUV carrying five individuals, was pronounced dead at the scene.

All six surviving individuals involved in the crash were transported to local hospitals with serious injuries. Their current conditions have not been publicly released.

Authorities have not yet determined whether speed, distraction, impairment, or mechanical failure played a role in the crash. The Florida Highway Patrol continues to investigate the incident. Emergency crews remained on scene for hours, and motorists were urged to avoid the area while cleanup and investigations were underway.

Legal Considerations After a Fatal Car Accident

Collisions like this one, involving multiple injured victims and a wrongful death, raise serious legal questions about liability, compensation, and negligence.

Victims or their families may be entitled to pursue claims such as:

• Wrongful death for the deceased passenger’s surviving relatives, including damages for:
  • Loss of companionship
  • Funeral and burial expenses
  • Lost financial support
  • Emotional pain and suffering
• Personal injury claims for the surviving passengers, which may include:
  • Medical bills and future treatment
  • Lost wages and loss of earning capacity
  • Pain and suffering
  • Emotional distress

If the at-fault driver’s actions constituted recklessness or gross negligence, punitive damages may also be available to deter similar behavior in the future.

In multi-party crashes like this, liability is often disputed, and insurance companies may attempt to minimize payouts. An experienced personal injury and wrongful death attorney can help investigate the crash, secure expert opinions, and pursue full and fair compensation.

At Flanagan & Bodenheimer Injury and Wrongful Death Law Firm, we focus exclusively on serious injury and fatal accident cases throughout Florida. We take cases to trial when necessary and fight to ensure victims and families get the justice they deserve.

If you or a loved one has been affected by this or any other serious crash, contact us today for a free, confidential consultation. We cover all upfront legal costs and only get paid if we recover compensation for you.