Nassau County, FL (October 8, 2023) – A fatal truck accident reported in Nassau County claimed the life of a 16-year-old female on Friday morning, October 6.
According to reports provided by the Florida Highway Patrol, a 16-year-old was driving a Toyota sedan on Turning Leaf Road. As she attempted to turn onto Lem Turner Road, her vehicle was struck by a semi-truck.
The teen was severely hurt in the crash. She was pronounced dead at the scene as a result of her injuries.
A passenger in the Toyota, a 15-year-old male, was critically injured. He was rushed to an area hospital for emergency care.
The driver of the semi-truck, a 48-year-old, was not injured in the crash.
At this time, the incident is being investigated.
We hope the injured victim recovers quickly.
Our condolences go out to the family of the teen who died in this crash.
Auto accidents in Florida take the lives of thousands of people every year. Unfortunately, there are countless instances where victims are involved in severe truck accidents.
The loss of a loved one can be incredibly challenging to deal with. Regrettably, we see countless people lose their lives as a result of negligent and reckless drivers. When drivers are speeding, fail to yield, and engage in other reckless and negligent actions, it can have severe consequences for others sharing the road.
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