Florida

Man Killed in Accident at I-75 in Gainesville, FL

Date of Accident
June 14, 2023
Victim's Name(s)
Type of Accident
Commercial Truck
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

I-75, Gainesville, FL, USA

What Happened

Florida Highway Patrol officials are investigating a crash that killed a man at I-75 in Gainesville, FL on June 14th, 2023. Police say the incident happened between two semi-trucks under unclear circumstances. One of the semi-trucks collided with the rear of the second truck and a 55-year-old driver required emergency extrication from the truck. He was taken to an area hospital with injuries he later died from. A 10-year-old passenger was also hospitalized. Additional information is not available at this time.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Gainesville Police
Vehicles Involved
Semi-Truck
Road/Highway
I-75
Injuries Sustained

Fatal injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Semi-Truck collided with the rear of s second semi-truck

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