Two Palm Beach County Deputies Killed, One Critically Injured in Southern Boulevard Traffic Incident

Three Palm Beach County Sheriff’s motorcycle deputies were struck by a car while enforcing traffic on Southern Boulevard in western Palm Beach County, resulting in the deaths of two deputies. According to reports, a third deputy is in severe condition. Aerial film captured the gloomy image, which included a dark-colored SUV and the wreckage of department-issued motorcycles lying in ruin.

Southern Boulevard has been restricted to traffic west of Seminole Pratt Whitney Road due to the incident, Palm Beach County Fire Rescue said to WPBF. Since entrance to neighboring attractions like Lion Country Safari is temporarily blocked, commuters have been strongly encouraged to look for alternate routes. In order to facilitate the investigation and emergency response, the sheriff’s office and onsite investigators took prompt action, cordoning off the area, according to these accounts.

The Florida Highway Patrol is in charge of the investigation into the collision that happened close to the 18000 block of Southern Boulevard, according to a statement that WFLX was able to receive. The law enforcement community immediately congregated at St. Mary’s Medical Center, including representatives from the Florida Highway Patrol, West Palm Beach Police Department, and Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office.

As shown in the video, there was a noticeable sense of urgency and distress as a Trauma Hawk medical helicopter took off and landed at St. Mary’s Medical Center, where a hospital spokesperson had prepared a media staging area. At the same time, NBC Miami reported that a second medical helicopter had landed at HCA Florida Palms West Hospital, accompanied by a flotilla of emergency service cars.

The deputies’ and the car’s driver’s names have not yet been made public following the unfortunate event. As the situation develops, more information is anticipated from official sources and responders on the spot.

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