Man critically injured in two-vehicle crash at Leeland Heights Boulevard West and Illinois Road in Lehigh Acres, Florida

Modified Date:

Thu, 10/08/2015 - 6:35am

Accident Date:

Wednesday, October 7, 2015

Driver seriously hurt in Lehigh Acres crash

LEE COUNTY, Fla. -- One man is recovering in critical condition at Lee Memorial after a serious crash in Lehigh Acres Wednesday night. The crash happening at the intersection of Leeland Heights Boulevard West and Illinois Road around 7:30pm. Florida Highway Patrol says a driver made a left turn in front of oncoming traffic, crashing into a car who had the right of way. The driver of the car that got hit is now in critical condition after the crash forced him into a traffic sign and mailbox. The other driver who caused the accident is facing several charges, including leaving the scene of a crash.

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Type: Car Accident

Roadway:

Leeland Heights Boulevard West and Illinois Road

City:

Lehigh Acres, FL

County:

Lee County, FL

Area:

Ft. Myers-Naples, FL