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Broward deputy hospitalized after hit-and-run in Fort Lauderdale intersection, officials say
By Ted Scouten at CBS4 Miami
· June 6, 2026
· 2 min read
A Broward Sheriff's Office deputy was taken to the hospital Friday evening after a cruiser collided with a black SUV whose driver immediately fled the scene.The crash happened around 6:15 p.m. at the intersection of Broward Boulevard and Northwest 11th Avenue.A witness who captured cell phone video
Key takeaway at the intersection of Broward Boulevard and Northwest 11th Avenue.
Why this matters in The Miami
The hit-and-run incident in Fort Lauderdale raises concerns about road safety in South Florida, particularly at busy intersections like Broward Boulevard and Northwest 11th Avenue. The fact that the driver of the black SUV ran a red light and fled the scene, leaving an injured law enforcement officer behind, is alarming. This incident highlights the need for continued efforts to improve traffic enforcement and safety measures in the region. As Miami-Dade County's neighboring county, Broward's safety concerns can have a ripple effect on the entire South Florida community. The incident also puts a spotlight on the risks faced by law enforcement officers who put their lives on the line every day to protect and serve the community. As authorities investigate this incident and search for the driver who fled the scene, residents of Miami and surrounding areas will be watching closely to see how this situation unfolds and what measures will be taken to prevent similar incidents in the future.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 6, 2026 ·
Source: CBS4 Miami ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? A Broward Sheriff's Office deputy was taken to the hospital Friday evening after a cruiser collided with a black SUV whose driver immediately fled the scene.The crash happened around 6:15 p.m. at the intersection of Broward Boulevard and Northwest 11th Avenue.A witness who captured cell phone video
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