Fatal car accident on Florida’s Turnpike – NBC 6 South Florida

A traffic nightmare unfolded on Florida’s Turnpike in SW Miami-Dade following a serious crash on Saturday night.

Miami-Dade Fire Rescue told NBC6 that at least one person was killed in the crash. Cameras also captured what appeared to be a body covered by a yellow tarp.

The Florida Highway Patrol shut down traffic in both directions, near 8th Street on the southbound lanes and near Bird Road on the Turnpike northbound.

It’s unclear what led up to the crash.

This is a developing story. Check back with NBC6 for updates.