UPDATE 6/4 10:12 AM:
Police confirm the victims were a son and father. The crash remains under investigation.
UPDATE 6/4 8:30 AM:
Cape Coral Police now report that both the child and adult injured in this traffic crash have died because of their injuries. The crash is still under investigation.
The department stated, "Our thoughts are with their loved ones during this incredibly difficult time."
UPDATE 6/4 7:15 AM:
The Lee County School District has confirmed the child was a student of Gulf Middle School.
The principal wrote in an email to parents, "We are deeply saddened to share the news that one of our students passed away today. We know that some of you may have already heard about this tragic incident, and our hearts go out to all affected. Please don’t hesitate to reach out if your child needs assistance in coping with this loss."
They also sent a guide with advice on how to help families process grief.
UPDATE: 6/3 4:31PM:
The Cape Coral Police Department said the child involved in yesterday's crash off Veterans Memorial Parkway has died.
An adult and the 12- year-old were sent to the hospital Monday after two vehicles collided on the roadway, causing one to end up in the water. Police have yet to release details on what caused the collision.
Right now the adult is still in the hospital in critical condition.
"Our thoughts are with the child's family and loved ones during this incredibly difficult time." Cape Coral Police Department said.
The crash is still being investigated at this time.
UPDATE 6/3 8:30 AM:
The Cape Coral Police Department said two vehicles had collided on the roadway, causing one to end up in the water.
Police now confirm one adult and one child, age 12, had life-threatening injuries and are still known to be in critical condition.
ORIGINAL REPORTING:
Cape Coral police are investigating a serious crash involving a submerged vehicle that has shut down westbound lanes of Veterans Memorial Parkway.
The crash resulted in serious injuries, according to police. Two people were inside the vehicle, both were transported to the hospital.
The closure extends from Surfside Boulevard to Pine Island Road, and investigators expect the road to remain closed for several hours while they conduct their investigation.
Police are asking drivers to avoid the area and seek alternate routes.
No further details about the victims or circumstances of the crash have been released at this time.
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