Southbound lanes of Florida Turnpike in Miami Gardens reopen after deadly 18-wheeler crash

Southbound lanes of the Florida Turnpike near Miami Gardens reopened Monday afternoon hours after a fiery, rear-end collision involving two tractor-trailers led to the death of a woman driver — leading to massive congestion in the area just before rush hour, officials say.

The crash happened around 12:30 p.m. Monday afternoon on the southbound of the Florida Turnpike near NW 199 St. in Miami Gardens, Florida Highway Patrol said.

A white tractor trailer hit a Black Nissan before hitting another 18-wheeler.

During the first collision, the woman driving the tractor trailer was launched from the cab onto the roadway and died at the scene. The driver of the car was taken to a hospital with non-fatal injuries.

This story is developing and will be updated.

This story was originally published January 13, 2025 at 3:26 PM.

Michael Butler

Miami Herald

Michael Butler writes about minority business and trends that affect marginalized professionals in South Florida. As a business reporter for the Miami Herald, he tells inclusive stories that reflect South Florida’s diversity. Just like Miami’s diverse population, Butler, a Temple University graduate, has both local roots and a Panamanian heritage.