News: Tavares man, 64, killed when pickup truck crashes into tree

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TAVARES, FL – A driver died Tuesday morning after his vehicle was involved in an accident in Lake County, police said.

According to Inside Lake, the single-vehicle wreck occurred in the vicinity of State Road 19 at South Eichelberger Road in Tavares.

A passerby notified police shortly before 6 a.m. that a 2020 Chevrolet Colorado pickup truck had crashed at that location.  A preliminary investigation by the Tavares Police Department indicated that the driver had been heading south on State Road 19 when the pickup went off the roadway and collided with a tree.

The driver, identified as 64-year-old Anthony Torres of Tavares, was found dead at the scene.  A police investigation is underway into the cause of the fatal accident.

Have you or a loved one been the victim of a car accident caused by the negligence of another person? If so, the Lake County Car Accident Attorneys at Whittel & Melton can assist you with seeking compensation for your medical bills, lost wages, property damage, and pain and suffering.  We will evaluate your case and help you pursue the best possible legal outcome. To schedule a free initial consultation, contact us online or by phone at 866-608-5529.

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