5 Injured After Rental Car Crashes Into Miami Beach Bus Stop

Authorities investigating cause of incident that sent 5 to hospital

Mar. 13, 2026 at 4:25pm

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A driver lost control of a rental car and crashed into a bus stop on Collins Avenue in Miami Beach on Friday morning, injuring five people who were waiting at the stop. The driver had just rented the vehicle from a nearby Hertz location. All five victims, including a man and three young women believed to be college-aged, were transported to a local hospital for treatment.

Why it matters

This incident highlights the potential dangers of rental cars and the need for proper driver training and safety measures, especially in high-traffic areas like Miami Beach. Bus stops are meant to be safe spaces for pedestrians, and this crash raises concerns about public safety and the responsibility of rental car companies.

The details

According to witnesses, the driver lost control of the rental car shortly after pulling onto the street near 38th Street and Collins Avenue. The car then crashed directly into the bus stop, where four people were waiting. 7News cameras captured the car lodged into the bus stop, with shattered glass and other debris scattered around.

  • The incident occurred on Friday morning, March 13, 2026.

The players

Hertz

A major rental car company with a location near the crash site.

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What’s next

Authorities are investigating the cause of the crash to determine if any charges will be filed against the driver.

The takeaway

This crash serves as a reminder of the importance of rental car companies ensuring their vehicles are in proper working order and that drivers are adequately trained before taking the vehicles out on the road, especially in busy tourist destinations like Miami Beach.