Zephyrhills, FL (August 3, 2021) - A 70-year-old man from Zephyrhills was killed in a crash with another vehicle on Tuesday, August 3rd. The accident occurred around 8:50 a.m. on U.S. Highway 301 near the intersection with Trilby Road.
Troopers with the Florida Highway Patrol were called to the scene just after the accident happened. According to reports, a 21-year-old man from Lacoochee was traveling west on Trilby. The man stopped and made a left turn where he drove into the path of a car driven by the 70-year-old man. The 70-year-old man died in the accident while the man from Lacoochee sustained serious injuries. Neither of the drivers was identified by authorities.
An investigation into the accident remains ongoing at this time. There is no word on whether there are any charges expected to be filed.
A deadly car accident in Zephyrhills can happen at any time. No one ever gets into a vehicle expecting to be involved in a serious or fatal crash. However, these accidents occur every day. According to statistics, a fatal crash in Florida happens about once every three hours. Motorists should use caution in order to lower their risk of being hurt in a Florida car accident.
Our condolences go out to all affected by this Zephyrhills car accident.
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