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Timelapse video shows 16-mile path wrong-way driver took before crashing into two vehicles
By WPBF
· May 25, 2026
· 1 min read
A wrong-way driver on U.S. 1 in Martin County caused a head-on collision near Jonathan Dickinson State Park, leaving one person dead and four others injured, including two children.
Key takeaway 1 in Martin County caused a head-on collision near Jonathan Dickinson State Park, leaving one person dead and four others injured, including two children.
Why this matters in The Palm Beach
The tragic crash on U.S. 1 in Martin County is a stark reminder of the dangers that exist on roads in South Florida. While the incident occurred just north of Palm Beach County, it's a sobering warning for local drivers who frequently travel on U.S. 1, which runs through several communities in the county, including Jupiter and Boca Raton. The fact that the wrong-way driver was able to travel 16 miles before causing the fatal crash raises questions about road safety and the potential for similar incidents in Palm Beach County. With the county's roads being prone to flooding and the threat of Atlantic hurricanes, drivers already face numerous hazards, and the risk of wrong-way drivers only adds to the concern. As the Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office and the School District of Palm Beach County work to keep residents safe, this incident highlights the need for continued vigilance on local roads.
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Category: safety ·
Published: May 25, 2026 ·
Source: WPBF ·
Reading time: 1 min
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