Florida

Man Killed in Accident at County Rd 476 and State Rd 471 in Sumter County, FL

Date of Accident
February 5, 2025
Victim's Name(s)
Type of Accident
Commercial Truck
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

What Happened

Florida Highway Patrol officials are investigating a collision that killed a man at County Rd 476 and State Rd 471 in Sumter County, FL on February 5th, 2025. Officials say a dump truck headed eastbound collided with a Chevrolet van headed northbound. Reprots allege the dump truck failed to stop for a posted stop sign before entering into the intersection. Officials say the Chevy operator was hospitalized with injuries he later died from. Additional information was not available.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Florida Highway Patrol
Vehicles Involved
Dump Truck, Chevy Van
Road/Highway
County Rd 476 and State Rd 471
Injuries Sustained

Fatal injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Dump Truck headed eastbound collided with a Chevy van

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