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Tampa Police have arrested two men for street racing on the Gandy Bridge.
Both men face unlawful racing on a highway charges.
Police say they stopped the two men late Saturday night and found two children in one of the men’s cars.
Both children were less than 5 years old. Police did say the kids were in child safety seats at the time.
Authorities said that people using the Gandy Bridge as a drag strip is a constant problem.
The incident comes less than two weeks after a tragic crash just a couple miles away on Bayshore Boulevard.
A mother and her toddler were struck and killed by a teen who was street racing.
The two drivers in that tragic crash are facing vehicular homicide charges.
Drag racing can be dangerous, which is why it is illegal to do in the street. Drivers who choose to race on public streets can easily lose control of their vehicles, which can result in serious collisions that lead to injuries and even wrongful death. If you were in a car crash caused by someone speeding or racing, let our Tampa Bay Auto Accident Attorneys at Whittel & Melton help you with your case.
Driving can definitely be fun, but some people take it too far. It is very easy for a motorist to get behind the wheel of a vehicle and get carried away. What may seem like a little competition on the road can quickly turn dangerous, and even deadly. If you were hurt by someone attempting to illegally race or drag race, please call us today at 727-823-0000 or contact us online for a completely free consultation.