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News: Southbound lanes of I-75 in Bushnell closed due to fatal truck crash

SUMTER COUNTY, FL – The Florida Highway Patrol was called to the scene of a fatal accident on Interstate 75 in Sumter County Wednesday afternoon, according to WTSP.

The incident took place on I-75 near Sumter County Road 48 in Bushnell, where state troopers arrived shortly after 11 a.m.  The FHP reported that one person was killed when a dump truck crashed into a guardrail at mile marker 314..

The southbound lanes and one northbound lane of I-75 were shut down along a two-mile portion of the roadway, causing traffic delays through the area.

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If you were injured or suffered the loss of a loved one due to a collision caused by another driver in Sumter County, you may be entitled to significant compensation. The experienced Florida car accident attorneys at Whittel & Melton, LLC will advocate for your best interests and fight for the full amount of the money you deserve.  Contact us today to schedule a free consultation. We can be reached online or by phone at 866-608-5529

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