NOKOMIS, Fla. – Traffic is moving again in Nokomis following a fatal morning crash at the intersection of US 41 and Bayshore Road. Sarasota County Sheriff’s deputies and the Florida Highway Patrol have cleared the scene after an investigation into the single-fatality accident that disrupted travel for several hours.
The crash originally forced the closure of both the northbound and southbound fast lanes on North Tamiami Trail. During the investigation, law enforcement advised that “citizens traveling in the area should expect traffic delays” as troopers worked to document the scene.
As of this update, the Florida Highway Patrol has concluded its initial on-site work, and all lanes are now open to through traffic. While the roadway is clear, officials have not yet released specific details regarding the cause of the accident or the identity of the deceased.
ORIGINAL REPORT: A fatal traffic accident at the intersection of US 41 and Bayshore Road has prompted an emergency response and significant traffic delays in Nokomis. Sarasota County Sheriff’s deputies are currently on the scene assisting the Florida Highway Patrol with an investigation into the crash, which resulted in one confirmed death.
The collision has forced authorities to close both the northbound and southbound fast lanes of North Tamiami Trail. These closures remain in effect while troopers conduct a forensic reconstruction of the scene and clear debris.
Law enforcement officials have issued a public notice stating that “citizens traveling in the area should expect traffic delays” for the foreseeable future. There is currently no estimated time for when the lanes will reopen to normal traffic.
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Drivers are being encouraged to seek alternate routes or allow for extra travel time while the Florida Highway Patrol continues its work at the intersection.
No further details regarding the identities of those involved or the cause of the crash have been released at this time.
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