A fatal collision took place early Monday morning on Interstate 75 near Sarasota County, leading to the closure of the southbound lanes. According to WFLA, the Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office and the Florida Highway Patrol are investigating the incident at mile marker 188. The unfortunate event has left one person dead.
The Florida Highway Patrol has reported that the crash involved two vehicles and happened around 4:34 a.m. near Venice. The ongoing investigation has prompted authorities to divert all southbound traffic at Exit 191, River Road. Local news outlets, including FOX 13 News, are advising drivers to seek out alternative routes as the interstate will remain closed to accommodate the investigative work.
Details surrounding the circumstances of the crash have not been fully released as the investigation continues. The Sarasota County Sheriff's Office is providing aid to Florida Highway Patrol during this period, and they have announced the closure could be for an extended duration, according to ABC Action News.
The investigation into the crash is still in progress, and authorities have yet to release the identities of the individuals involved or the cause of the accident. For continued updates on this situation and its impact on Sarasota County traffic, keep an eye on updates from local news sources.
