Florida

Man Killed in Dump Truck Accident at State Rd 471 in Sumter County, FL

Date of Accident
February 4, 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 State Rd 471 in Sumter County, FL on February 4th, 2025. Police say the incident happened around 5:40 a.m. According to investigators, a dump truck headed eastbound on County Rd 476 is alleged to have run a stop sign before colliding with a northbound van on State Route 471. Officials say the 45-year-old driver of the van was fatally injured in the incident. Additional information was not available.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Florida Highway Patrol
Vehicles Involved
Dump Truck
Road/Highway
State Rd 471
Injuries Sustained

Fatal injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Dump truck collided with a van

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