Archer, FL (February 4, 2020) - One person was killed in a crash that took place in Archer on Monday, February 3rd. The crash was reported at approximately 3:30 p.m. on US 41.
According to Florida Highway Patrol reports, 24-year-old Andre Whitaker of Ocala entered the intersection at US 41 and 170th Street when he truck collided with a tractor-trailer hauling cement powder. The tractor-trailer overturned as a result of the collision. 58-year-old Kenneth Holder was identified as the driver of the trailer. Holder was pronounced dead at the crash scene. About 40 to 50 thousand pounds of cement powder was inside the truck at the time of the crash. There is no word on whether Whitaker suffered any injuries.
No additional details have been released at this time.
We are saddened to hear of this tragic fatal crash that took place in Archer. Traffic fatalities are reported in Florida about once every three hours. When a deadly crash takes place, officials will undertake a complete investigation into the circumstances surrounding the crash. If one of the drivers is at fault, they will be issued a citation. This citation may indicate some form of reckless driving that could later form the basis of a Florida wrongful death action.
We extend our condolences to the family of Kenneth Holder during this difficult time.
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