FORT PIERCE, Fla. — The Fort Pierce Police Department has confirmed one person is dead following a rollover crash involving five vehicles at the intersection of U.S. Highway 1 and Edwards Road.
The crash occurred shortly after noon Monday, prompting a long closure of the intersection as emergency crews responded to the scene. The road has since reopened to traffic.
WPTV reporter Zitlali Solache spoke with nearby residents, employees and commuters who witnessed the road closures Monday afternoon.
"On the way in, I noticed that the road was blocked off right there by the Marathon (gas station), and I had to go up about two blocks to get here," said Jesse Pena.
Pena was one of hundreds who saw the tragic scene. Many drivers were not surprised to learn the fatal crash happened on the busy intersection.
The identities of those involved have not yet been released, and it is unclear how many others may have been injured.
This is an ongoing investigation. Stay with WPTV for updates.
