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DUNNELLON, FL – A head-on collision in Marion County Friday morning left one driver dead and another hospitalized, WKMG reports.
One of the drivers was an 89-year-old man who may have suffered a medical episode, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
The FHP said that man, a Dunnellon resident, was driving an SUV south on State Road 200 near County Road 484 at about 7:30 p.m. An investigation indicated that the man veered into the direct path of an SUV going north, causing the two vehicles to collide.
The driver of the second SUV, a 43-year-old Ocala woman, was pronounced dead after being taken to an area hospital. The Dunnellon man was hospitalized in critical condition.
Both drivers were believed to have been wearing their seat belts at the time of the wreck.
If you were or a loved one were the victim of a car accident and find yourself in need of legal assistance, do not hesitate to contact Whittel & Melton. Our skilled Marion County car accident lawyers will work with you throughout the legal process to help you obtain compensation for your medical bills, lost income, and pain and suffering. Give us a call at 866-608-5529 or contact us online to setup a free consultation.