Sumter County, FL (December 28, 2019) - A woman died in a five-car crash on Florida's Turnpike on Friday, December 27th. The crash happened near mile marker 303 around 10:15 a.m.
Troopers report that a Chevy Equinox failed to slow for traffic and slammed into the rear of a Nissan Sentra. The Sentra then pushed forward into a Jeep Compass. The Compass then struck a Honda Accord. The Equinox then struck a guardrail before traveling into the path of Mitsubishi Mirage. Teresita Noriega, a 52-year-old passenger in the Sentra, died at a local hospital following the collision. Five other people suffered non-life-threatening injuries.
An investigation is ongoing. There is no word on whether any charges will be filed.
Our condolences are offered to the family of Teresita Noriega.
According to statistics from NHTSA, a crash is reported approximately every 92 seconds in Florida. Major roadways such as Florida's Turnpike, are frequently the site of serious crashes. With greater congestion and higher speed limits, highways can be a very dangerous place for motorists.
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