Driver Accidentally Crashes Through Miami Gardens Gas Station Storefront
A driver accidentally crashed through the storefront of a gas station in Miami Gardens after mistaking the gas pedal for the brake. The incident occurred late Tuesday afternoon at the intersection of Northwest 177th Street and Second Avenue. While the…
Miami Fort Lauderdale, FL, August 25, 2026 —
MIAMI GARDENS, FL – A gas station store in Miami Gardens sustained significant damage late Tuesday afternoon when a driver mistakenly accelerated through its storefront.
The incident occurred at the intersection of Northwest 177th Street and Second Avenue. According to reports, the driver intended to brake but instead pressed the gas pedal, causing the vehicle to crash into the building.
The driver involved in the accident reportedly did not suffer serious injuries. However, the gas station’s storefront incurred substantial damage. As of the latest reports, repair work on the damaged section of the store has already commenced.
The exact cause of the driver’s confusion between the gas and brake pedals has not been publicly detailed. Further details regarding the extent of the damage or the timeline for the completion of repairs were not immediately available.
Story summarized from the original created by Kevin Boulandier on wsvn.com, see more information here.
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