Columbia County, FL (November 14, 2018) - A teenager is dead following a dirt bike crash. The crash took place in Columbia County on Tuesday, November 13th.
Florida Highway Patrol reports that Dayton Oats, 16, was traveling northbound on State Road 247. A Ford F150 truck was traveling southbound on the same road as both approached the intersection with Southwest Norris Avenue. The Ford attempted to make a left turn at the intersection but collided with the dirt bike, striking Oats. Oats died at the scene. The driver has not been identified.
There is no further information available at this time.
Our deepest condolences go out to the family of Dayton Oats. We know how heartbreaking a fatal crash can be and there is nothing worse than losing a loved one suddenly and unexpectedly to such a tragedy.
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