Lee County, FL (November 1, 2024) – A tragic vehicle accident occurred early Friday morning on Interstate 75 in Bonita Springs, resulting in the death of one individual. The incident took place at approximately 1:53 AM at the 120 mile marker of I-75 Northbound.
According to reports from the Florida Highway Patrol, a sedan and a dump truck were involved in the collision. The impact left the sedan heavily damaged, coming to rest on the right shoulder of the highway, while the dump truck overturned and ended up on its roof in the median.
Emergency responders from Bonita Springs Fire, Estero Fire Rescue, and Lee County EMS arrived promptly at the scene. Despite their efforts, the driver of the sedan was pronounced dead at the scene at 2:10 AM. Additionally, another individual involved in the accident sustained minor injuries and was transported to a local hospital for treatment.
As a result of the accident, Northbound I-75 is currently down to one lane, causing significant delays in the area. The Florida Highway Patrol is actively investigating the circumstances surrounding the crash.
Our thoughts are with the family and friends affected by this devastating loss.
Vehicle Accidents in Florida
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