Florida

Man Killed in Accident at State Route 60 in Bartow, FL

Published on: October 30, 2024

Date of Accident
October 29, 2024
Victim's Name(s)
Type of Accident
Commercial Truck
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

What Happened

Florida Highway Patrol officials are investigating a crash that killed a man at State Route 60 in Bartow, FL on October 29th, 2024. Officials say the incident happened around 5:45 a.m. According to investigators, a semi-truck is alleged to have exited a business lot before performing a u-turn. In the process, repros say the truck collided with a Dodge Ram headed eastbound. The truck is said to have traveled under the truck, trapping and killing its 73-year-old driver. The semi-truck operator was allegedly uninjured. Additional information was not immediately available.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Florida Highway Patrol
Vehicles Involved
Semi-Truck, Pickup Truck
Road/Highway
State Route 60
Injuries Sustained

Fatal injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Semi-truck collided with a pickup truck

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