Crash stops traffic on Eglin Parkway for several hours Monday; one in critical condition
FORT WALTON BEACH — A wreck on Eglin Parkway on Monday caused at least one serious injury and tied up traffic for hours.
The crash happened about 9:55 a.m. at the intersection of Eglin Parkway and Highway Avenue near Mariner Plaza shopping center, according to a Fort Walton Beach Police Department news release.
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Two vehicles, a white Cadillac SUV and a black Toyota four-door sedan, were involved. Several people who drove past the wreck took to Facebook to describe the scene. One person described "terrible destruction to both cars."
The occupants of both vehicles were taken HCA Fort Walton-Destin Hospital to be treated for their injuries, according to police. One of the drivers was listed in critical condition Monday afternoon.
Southbound lanes on Eglin from South Street to Highway Avenue were shut down for almost five hours while police investigated.
The FWBPD's investigation is ongoing. Anyone with information is asked to contact Officer Montgomery at 850-833-9546 or mmontgomery@fwb.org.
This article originally appeared on Northwest Florida Daily News: One driver in critical condition after crash in Fort Walton Beach
