Florida

One Person Killed in Accident at Florida Turnpike near Fort Pierce, FL

Published on: May 20, 2022

Date of Accident
May 18, 2022
Victim's Name(s)
Type of Accident
Commercial Truck
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

Florida Avenue, Fort Pierce, FL, USA

What Happened

Florida Highway Patrol officials are investigating a collision that killed a person at Florida Turnpike near Fort Pierce, FL on May 18th, 2022. Police say the incident happened around 7 a.m. According to investigators, a tractor-trailer and BMW were involved in a collision that occurred under unclear circumstances. The impact of the collision caused the BMW to overturn and an occupant was ejected from the vehicle, suffering fatal injuries at the scene. A second occupant was hospitalized with undisclosed injuries. The driver of the tractor-trailer was not injured. Additional information was not provided.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Florida Highway Patrol
Vehicles Involved
BMW, Tractor-Trailer
Road/Highway
Florida Turnpike
Injuries Sustained

Fatal injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Tractor-trailer collided with a BMW

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