MARION COUNTY, Fla. — Florida Highway Patrol is investigating a deadly crash Tuesday morning in Marion County.
Troopers said the crash happened around 6:43 a.m. on State Road 40 near SW 157th Terrace.
Marion County officials said the crash involved a “large-capacity vehicle.”
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Deputies in Marion County are calling the incident a “serious accident with fatalities.”
Marion County Public Schools said a school bus was sent to the scene to help transport victims from the crash.
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School officials confirmed the crash did not involve a school bus, and no students were hurt.
Troopers are investigating the cause of the crash.
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SR-40 is shut down in both directions and drivers need to seek alternate routes.
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