NewsWSVN 7 MiamiAugust 12, 2026Miami-Dade
Wheelchair user calls for Dania Beach infrastructure changes following hit-and-run
Jorge Gonzalez, a double amputee, is demanding city improvements to sidewalks and crosswalks after being struck by a driver who fled the scene at Southwest First Avenue and First Street. Gonzalez reports that current infrastructure forces wheelchair users into the street due to disconnected sidewalks, prompting a review by city officials.
Read the full story at WSVN 7 MiamiWhy It Matters
The incident highlights ongoing concerns regarding pedestrian accessibility and infrastructure safety in Dania Beach, with local officials currently reviewing the specific crosswalk and sidewalk connectivity issues raised by the victim.
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Who's Mentioned
locationDania Beach“City where the incident occurred and where infrastructure changes are requested.”personJorge Gonzalez“Double amputee who was struck by a vehicle while in his wheelchair.”organizationBroward Sheriff’s Office“Law enforcement agency investigating the hit-and-run.”organizationBroward County Crime Stoppers“Organization accepting tips regarding the hit-and-run.”personDavid Hoffman“Attorney representing Jorge Gonzalez.”