Florida

Man Killed in Accident at State Rd 44 near Paradis Dr in Volusia County, FL

Published on: July 27, 2023

Date of Accident
July 25, 2023
Victim's Name(s)
Type of Accident
Commercial Truck
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

State Rd 44 near Paradis Dr, Volusia County, FL

What Happened

Florida Highway Patrol officials are investigating a crash that killed a man at State Rd 44 near Paradis Dr in Volusia County, FL on July 25th, 2023. Police say the incident happened around 7:15 a.m. Investigators believe a Dodge Ram 1500 was headed eastbound. A pair of commercial trucks were entering into an eastbound lane, having performing a right hand turn from Paradise Drive. Officers allege the Dodge went into a westbound lane to pass one of the trucks and lost control while attempting to veer back into an eastbound lane. It then collided with a utility pole that was being hauled by one of the trucks, the pole impacting the windshield of the vehicle and striking the driver. The driver, a 34-year-old Eustis man who was not publicly identified, suffered fatal injuries. Two child passengers were taken to an area hospital for evaluation. The driver of the semi-truck was not injured. Additional information was not available.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Florida Highway Patrol
Vehicles Involved
Semi-Truck, Dodge Ram 1500
Road/Highway
State Rd 44
Injuries Sustained

Fatal injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Dodge Ram 1500 collided with a utility pole

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