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Deadly Wreck on CR-42: One Dead, One Flees
4 Jun
Summary
- A head-on collision occurred on West County Road 42 in Marion County.
- One driver was killed instantly, while a passenger fled the scene.
- The highway closure lasted approximately three hours for the investigation.
A fatal collision on West County Road 42 in Marion County has been investigated by the Florida Highway Patrol. The incident involved two sedans and a pickup truck.
One sedan reportedly crossed the centerline, resulting in a head-on impact with the pickup truck. Debris from the truck subsequently struck a second sedan.
The driver of the first sedan was pronounced dead at the scene. This vehicle also carried two passengers: one male who fled and one female who was transported to a local hospital.
The roadway was closed for approximately three hours while authorities conducted their investigation. Further details on the fleeing passenger are not yet available.
