North Port, FL (December 21, 2019) - One man is dead following a crash along U.S. 41 in North Port. The crash took place on Saturday, December 21st.
According to reports, a 17-year-old was driving a Mercedes E 450 in the southbound lanes of U.S. 41 near Lazy River Road. According to the Florida Highway Patrol, 70-year-old Thomas Roushar attempted to make a left turn onto Lazy River Road when his vehicle collided with the Mercedes. Roushar's vehicle overturned following the crash. He was later pronounced dead as a result of injuries sustained in the collision. The 17-year-old driver and a 15-year-old passenger in the Mercedes were taken to the hospital with serious injuries.
The crash is under investigation by the Florida Highway Patrol.
Our condolences are with the family of Thomas Roushar during this time.
Fatal car accidents occur in Florida about once every three hours. There is nothing more heartbreaking and devastating than losing a loved one in a Florida car accident. Police will investigate this crash thoroughly to determine how it took place and which driver was responsible for the collision. Fatal crashes can change your life in an instant and, unfortunately, result in the loss of innocent lives on a daily basis across our state.
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