Osceola County, FL (December 25, 2019) - The Florida Highway Patrol responded to a fatal crash in Osceola County on Monday, December 24th. The crash was reported on US 192 at Celebration Place around 7:10 a.m.
According to troopers, a 66-year-old man from Kissimmee was traveling eastbound on US 192. At the same time, a 57-year-old man, also from Kissimmee, was traveling westbound on 192. For unknown reasons, the 66-year-old man traveled into the opposite lane and collided with the front of the other vehicle. The 66-year-old died as a result of his injuries. There is no word on whether the other driver was hurt in the crash.
Investigators are still looking into the cause of the accident. There are no further details available.
There will be approximately 250,000 injury accidents in Florida this year alone. While this number may seem high, it underscores the reality that driving on our streets and highways can be a dangerous activity. Drivers must always be aware of the possibility that they will encounter a negligent motorist which could lead to a life-changing crash in a matter of seconds. Unfortunately, car accidents do happen nearly all the time and innocent victims are affected.
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