Clearwater man hospitalized after car smashed into parked vehicle, officials say

By FOX 13 News Staff

Published July 27, 2024 4:23pm EDT

CLEARWATER, Fla. - A 33-year-old Clearwater man is in critical condition after his car smashed into a parked car early on Saturday morning, according to authorities.

Both Clearwater Police and Clearwater Fire & Rescue responded to the scene of the crash that happened at Court Street and Missouri Avenue just after 3 a.m.

Courtesy: City of Clearwater

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Officials say a 2010 Chevrolet Malibu veered out of control, crashed into a parked car at a nearby business and then turned onto its side. Authorities say the driver was taken to Orlando Health Bayfront Hospital.

Investigators believe speed and alcohol were factors in the crash.

The investigation is ongoing.

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