OPA-LOCKA, FL – A tragic accident unfolded early this morning in Opa-locka, leaving a man dead after being struck by a vehicle. The incident occurred on Northwest 27th Avenue, prompting a significant police presence as authorities launched a homicide investigation.
Witnesses reported hearing a loud noise around 5:30 a.m., drawing several residents to the scene. According to police, the man was attempting to cross the street when he was hit by a black car. His shoes remained on the road as investigators from the Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office marked evidence and examined the scene.
Neighbors in the area expressed concerns about the lack of street lighting, which they believe contributes to frequent accidents. “It’s hard to see what’s coming,” one resident noted, highlighting that drivers often travel with their lights off and at high speeds.
Drone footage captured the extent of the street closures, showing traffic backed up on Northwest 27th Avenue near Alibaba Avenue. On the ground, the car involved in the incident had a shattered windshield, a testament to the severity of the collision. The victim was rushed to the hospital but succumbed to his injuries.
Authorities indicated that the pedestrian crossed in a section of the road not designated for crossing, which may have contributed to the accident. The driver of the vehicle remained at the scene and is cooperating fully with the ongoing investigation.
By late morning, the northbound and southbound lanes of Northwest 27th Avenue were reopened to traffic, though the community remains shaken by the incident. Residents are calling for improved safety measures to prevent future tragedies.