Miami Police motorcycle officer Jorge Sanchez killed, several people injured in multi-vehicle crash at Southwest 8th Street and 137th Avenue in Miami, Florida

Modified Date: 
Sat, 04/15/2017 - 9:52am
Accident Date: 
Tuesday, November 1, 2016

Motorcycle Cop Involved in Multi-Car Crash in Miami

A police officer on a motorcycle was involved in a crash in Miami Tuesday afternoon.

Miami Police motorcycle cop hurt after multi-vehicle crash in West Miami-Dade

It seemed to involve at least three vehicles, including a white car, which was on its side at the scene. The police motorcycle was seen crumpled on the other side of the road.

Miami motorcycle cop dead, 2 others critical after multi-vehicle crash

In total, 12 people were involved in the crash in the westbound lane of Southwest Eighth Street, which was shut down during the busy Tuesday afternoon rush hour. Besides the critically injured, two others were taken to the hospital. Seven people were treated at the scene.  

Miami police motorcycle officer killed in crash at southwest Miami-Dade intersection

Officer Jorge Sanchez -- who had served with Miami police for 21 years -- was on his motorcycle headed to work Tuesday when he was killed in the crash. 

Memorial Services To Be Held For Miami Motorcycle Officer Killed in Crash

A viewing will be held Thursday at Vior Funeral Home in Miami from 7 p.m. to midnight.

The funeral service and burial will be held on Friday at the at 9 a.m. at the Miami-Dade County Auditorium.

 

 

People Involved: 
Jorge Sanchez
City: 
Miami, FL

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