Articles Posted in Car Accidents

RUSKIN, FL – A 59-year-old man died after he lost control of his truck and crashed into a ditch off U.S. 41, leading his vehicle to roll over several times Saturday. 

This single-vehicle collision took place near Valroy Road, according to ABC Action News. The Ruskin man was pronounced dead at the scene. It is not immediately clear what led him to lose control of his vehicle. 

Florida Highway Patrol is investigating the specifics of this crash and did not disclose any other information at this time. 

WIMAUMA, FL – Five people lost their lives after a Toyota Tacoma driver had traveled west on SR-674, leading to a head-on with two vehicles on Sunday. 

It is not immediately clear why the 29-year-old man (the driver of the Toyota Tacoma) had gone into the opposite lanes, WTSP said. A Chevy Silverado pickup truck was struck first. Then, a Chevy S-10 driver behind the Silverado struck debris from the initial crash and crashed into a ditch after trying to avoid the collision. 

The Chevy S-10 driver and one passenger from the Silverado truck were unharmed, while a 40-year-old occupant from the Silverado was seriously hurt. 

RIVERVIEW, FL – At least one person sustained injuries when they were hit by a driver who fled the scene before 6:15 p.m. Thursday. 

Hillsborough County deputies confirmed this collision happened on the 6421 block of South Falkenburg Road. 

Deputies have not said if the injuries were minor or major, said what brought on this collision, or provided a description of the suspect and their vehicle.