Venus Williams' Car Accident Surveillance Video Released, Shows Lawful Intersection Entrance

Venus Williams legally entered an intersection in Palm Beach, Florida, and did not break the law in the ensuing car crash that resulted in the death of a 78-year-old man, local police said Friday. The Palm Beach Gardens Police Department said surveillance video showed that the tennis star was cut off by another car, which ultimately resulted in a fatal crash with a third car.

Williams is seen coming to a complete stop before approaching the intersection. Driver Linda Barson suffered injuries, while her husband in the passenger seat, Jerome Barson, died two weeks later.

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The PBGPD issued a statement about the accident, claiming new evidence was discovered through the video.

"Based on the evidence obtained in the ongoing investigation, it has been determined the vehicle driven by Venus Williams lawfully entered the intersection on a circular green traffic signal, and attempted to travel north through the intersection to BallenIsles Drive," the statement read.

"As Williams was traveling through the intersection, a Nissan Altima entered the intersection traveling south, and made a left turn in front of William’s vehicle, causing her to stop advancing through the intersection to avoid a collision," the PBGPD added. "The vehicle driven by Linda Barson was traveling west on Northlake Blvd, in the outside lane, approaching a steady red traffic signal. The traffic signal then cycled to green, at which time Barson continued westbound and entered the intersection. The front end of Barson’s vehicle collided with the right front of William’s vehicle."

The PBGPD originally believed Williams was at fault for the crash, with witnesses claiming that the 37-year-old drove through a red light.

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The statement comes on the heels of Williams' Wimbledon press conference on June 30 that prompted her to break down in tears when asked about the death of Barson.

Williams attempted to speak on the issue prior to tearing up, saying: "There are no words to describe, like, how devastating and, yeah. Yeah, I am completely speechless. It’s just — yeah, I mean, I’m just . . ." She then added, "Maybe I should go," before exiting the room crying.

The seven-time Grand Slam champion had previously took to Facebook to share her thoughts on the accident. A reporter had asked her about her comments at the Wimbledon press conference.

"I am devasted and heartbroken by this accident," Williams wrote on Facebook. "My heartfelt condolences go out to the family and friends of Jerome Barson and I continue to keep them in my thoughts and prayers."

Williams faced a lawsuit from the Barson family after police indicated she was “at fault.” The family's attorney had said he believed police “impeded” the investigation into the crash involving Williams.

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