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In DeLand, a tragic incident unfolded as a deadly crash occurred, temporarily closing a section of State Road 44 and leading to a subsequent hit-and-run on Friday morning. The Florida Highway Patrol reported that the collision took place at 7:15 a.m. when a dump truck, travelling eastbound, veered into the westbound lane, resulting in a head-on collision with another vehicle. The 23-year-old dump truck driver sustained minor injuries and was hospitalized, while the 35-year-old resident of DeLand driving the other vehicle tragically lost their life at the scene.
Additionally, another vehicle traveling westbound on SR-44 slowed down due to the accident, but a car following failed to stop in time, causing a rear-end collision before fleeing the scene. The FHP is actively seeking information on the hit-and-run driver and encourages anyone with details to reach out to them at 407-737-2213 or contact Crimeline at 1-800-423-TIPS.
As the investigation unfolds, all lanes of SR-44 were closed at Misty Lane, with traffic being redirected at County Road 437 and County Road 42. The authorities have confirmed that they are diligently looking into both incidents. For more information, refer to the source link provided.