Lakeland, FL (September 12, 2024) – A fatal head-on collision occurred on Wednesday, September 11, involving a red Toyota Celica and a grey Ford truck on E Memorial Blvd. The crash left one woman dead and two others injured. Around 10:31 AM, 39-year-old Moises Perez Martinez crossed into oncoming lanes, colliding with the truck.
Emergency responders from Lakeland Police Department, Polk County Fire Rescue, and Lakeland Fire Department provided immediate assistance. The Ford truck’s 71-year-old driver and 75-year-old passenger were transported to Lakeland Regional Health with serious injuries.
Authorities are still investigating the cause of the collision and will provide further updates as the inquiry continues.