Marion County, FL (February 16, 2019) - A multi-vehicle crash on I-75 left a couple trapped underneath a semi-truck. The crash took place on Thursday, February 14th on I-75, near mile marker 366.
Officers and rescue units responded to the scene around 7:20 pm. A total of two semi-trucks and three cars were involved in the collision. One of the semi trucks, which was carrying a load of produce, rolled over onto its side following the crash. A white vehicle was pinned beneath the overturned semi, causing both the driver and passenger of the white vehicle to become entrapped.
Rescue workers on scene used several types of equipment to extricate the trapped passengers. After they were removed, the man and woman were transported to the trauma unit at a nearby hospital. There is no further word on their conditions and their identities have not been released at this time. A total of five people sustained injuries in the crash.
The accident is under investigation at this time.
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