Citrus County, FL (January 17, 2021) - Two people from Citrus County were killed ina two-car crash on Saturday, January 16th. The collision took place on County Road 495.
According to the Florida Highway Patrol, a 26-year-old man from Lecanto was driving southbound along CR 495. At the same time, a 34-year-old Citrus Springs woman was traveling northbound on the same road. For unknown reasons, the man's truck crossed the centerline and traveled into the northbound lanes where it collided head-on with the woman's sedan. Both drivers were killed as a result of injuries suffered in the crash. Their identities have not been released at this time. Troopers are still investigating the crash and there is no word on whether alcohol played a role in the crash.
No additional details are available at this time.
Approximately 5% of all drivers in Florida will be involved in a crash in any given year. About 60% of those involved in crashes will be hurt as a result. While many Florida car accidents will result in no injuries or minor injuries, some crashes will also cause more serious injuries and even death. Head-on crashes are some of the most dangerous and deadly collisions that we see on our streets and highways. These accidents can leave victims with serious injuries and can be fatal in the worst cases.
Our thoughts and condolences are with those affected by this head-on crash in Citrus County.
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