Florida

Child Killed; Two Injured in Accident at I-295 and State Rd 134 in Jacksonville, FL

Published on: March 8, 2022

Date of Accident
March 3, 2022
Victim's Name(s)
Type of Accident
Car Accident
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

I-295 and State Rd 134, Jacksonville, FL

What Happened

State Police are investigating a crash that killed a child at I-295 and State Rd 134 in Jacksonville, FL on March 3rd, 2022. Police say the incident happened as northbound traffic began slowing down. Investigators believe a van operated by an unidentified 34-year-old woman, collided with the rear of the truck. Two children were in the van at the time, ages 12 and 6. The 12-year-old was seriously injured and later died shortly after arrival at an area hospital. The 6-year-old was hospitalized with minor injuries while the woman was hospitalized with serious injuries. The truck driver was not injured. Additional information was not immediately available.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Florida Highway Patrol
Vehicles Involved
Semi-Truck, Passeger Van
Road/Highway
I-295 and State Rd 134
Injuries Sustained

Fatal injuries (1), minor injuries (1), serious injuries (1)

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Passenger van collided with the rear of a tractor-trailer in slowing traffic

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