Florida

Man Killed; Two Children Injured in Accident at East MLK Jr Blvd in Tampa, FL

Published on: March 18, 2025

Date of Accident
March 17, 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 one person involved at East MLK Jr Blvd in Tampa, FL on March 17th, 2025. Police say the incident happened around 1 p.m. According to investigators, a dump truck is alleged to have failed to stop for traffic ahead before colliding with the rear of a minivan while swerving to avoid a crash. From there, the truck entered into a shoulder, striking an individual thee, leaving that individual, who was not publicly identified, fatally injured. The driver of the minivan was hospitalized with injuries he died from. Two other drivers were treated for minor injuries, as were two minors in the minivan. Additional information was not available.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Tampa Police Department
Vehicles Involved
Dump Truck, Minivan
Road/Highway
East MLK Jr Blvd
Injuries Sustained

Fatal injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Dump Truck collided with a minivan

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