The community came together Sunday evening for a vigil at the Sunshine Cathedral to honor the victims.
As the Chorus family mourns together, we thank the community for their love and understanding.” “We are deeply saddened by the tragic death and injuries that occurred as a result of an unfortunate accident at the start of the Stonewall Pride Parade. In response, the Fort Lauderdale Gay Men’s Chorus placed the following message on their Facebook page:
One died shortly after, while the other is expected to survive.įLPD confirmed the driver and both victims are members of the Fort Lauderdale Gay Men’s Chorus. READ MORE: Opa-locka Hialeah Flea Market Vendors: 'We have to leave like dogs'īoth victims were rushed to Broward Health Medical Center in critical condition. Officers conducted a DUI field test, concluding no signs of impairment. The 77-year-old driver stayed on the scene of the accident, cooperating with police. Investigators said the truck continued across all lanes of traffic after hitting the parade-goers, before crashing into the fence of a business in the 1700 block of NE 4 Avenue. “I was behind a vehicle, the truck it just revved and took off and I seen the one gentleman go flying,” said David Banter. In anticipation of the parade’s start, police said, the truck unexpectedly accelerated, at which point it struck two pedestrians.
Police said the driver had ailments preventing him from walking the duration of the parade, which is why he was selected to be the lead vehicle. READ MORE: South Florida Man Accused Of Setting Wife On Fire, Hitting Her With His Car WILTON MANORS (CBSMiami) – The Fort Lauderdale Police Department confirms the driver who struck two Stonewall Pride Parade participants, killing one, did so accidentally.Īccording to FLPD, the 77-year-old driver of the 2011 white Dodge Ram was also a participant of the parade in Wilton Manors.