Cantonment Man’s Medical Problem Causes I-10 Crash

February 18, 2013

Three people were injured, two of them seriously, in a morning accident that backed up traffic on I-10.

The Florida Highway Patrol said 34-year old Gerald Dominque James of Cantonment was eastbound on I-10 near the Davis Highway exit about 5:50 a.m. when he drove across the center median into oncoming westbound traffic due to an unknown medical condition. His 2004 Nissan Altima collided with a 2007 Honda Accord driven by 55-year old Billy Johnston of Gordon, Ala.

James’ Altima was then struck by a 1996 Ford F150 driven by 74-year old  Henry Matowitz of Milton who then continued off the roadway and struck a tree.

James and Johnston were transported to Sacred Heart Hospital in serious condition. Matowitz suffered minor injuries and was transported to West Florida Hospital.

All westbound lanes of I-10 at the 13 mile maker were blocked by the wreck, according to the FHP. The roadway has since reopened.

No charges were filed in connection with the accident.

Pictured: Three people were injured in this accident early Monday morning on I-10 near the Davis Highway exit. Reader submitted photos for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.

Comments

3 Responses to “Cantonment Man’s Medical Problem Causes I-10 Crash”

  1. Gene on February 19th, 2013 11:10 am

    A happy day for all. Everyone is alive, and both of the previous commentators are dead-on (sorry…) correct. . .

  2. Mark on February 19th, 2013 6:21 am

    Hey SHO-NUFF, you may thank the government however, I think they should be giving thanks to a merciful God!

  3. SHO-NUFF on February 19th, 2013 2:57 am

    By the looks of both vehicles, anyone that survived was lucky.
    Thanks to Government mandated crumple zones and airbags, the victims involved stand a good chance of survival. 20 years ago, this might not of been the case.
    It does not take much to bend a newer car, and that’s a good thing!

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