Islamorada, FL (June 30, 2020) - An SUV driver was killed in a crash that took place in Islamorada. The accident was reported on Tuesday, June 30th around 3:00 p.m.
The Monroe County Sheriff's Office responded to the scene on US 1 near mile marker 80. According to deputies, an SUV and a dump truck collided at the scene. The SUV driver died of injuries sustained in the crash. The deceased victim's identity has not been released at this time. There is no word on whether any other injuries were reported.
The Florida Highway Patrol is still investigating. No further information is available.
Deadly car accidents take place in Florida about once every three hours. A fatal crash can happen at any time and, unfortunately, will often claim the lives of innocent victims. Each crash must be carefully investigated by authorities in order to determine the cause of the accident.
Our condolences go out to the victim's family following this crash in Islamorada.
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