High-Speed Passing Ends in Fatal Marion County Crash

A 45-year-old man was killed Tuesday evening after losing control of his SUV while traveling at a high rate of speed and passing several vehicles on County Road 314, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

The crash occurred around 7:10 p.m. on November 10 near NE 85th Street.

According to FHP, the man was traveling north on County Road 314 when he lost control of his SUV and veered off the roadway onto the east grassy shoulder.

The vehicle struck a wooden utility pole, bringing down power lines along the east side of the roadway.

The driver, who was not wearing a seatbelt, was pronounced dead at the scene.

FHP did not release the man’s identity. His next of kin has been notified.

The crash remains under investigation by the Florida Highway Patrol.

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