Police chase on I-275 ends with truck flipping and driver fleeing scene
By Accident.NEWS
Publish Date: June 26, 2023
Driver fled the scene
According to the Florida Highway Patrol, a man is being searched for after he flipped his truck and fled from the scene following a chase that began on Interstate 275. The incident occurred on Monday morning when troopers attempted to stop the truck at I-275 and 54th Street. However, when the driver refused to stop, a pursuit ensued.
The chase continued for two miles north on the highway until it ended in an accident at Gandy Boulevard and I-275 where the truck overturned. Following this, its driver ran away from the scene of the crash.
As of now, Florida troopers along with local law enforcement are still searching for him as stated by FHP in their statement. No further details have been provided regarding his identity or whereabouts.
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Tags: Florida, Fatality, Hit and Run, Tampa Bay, St. Petersburg, FHP, Truckcrash, Policechase, Manhunt, St Petersburg, I275
Incident at a Glance
- Vehicles:
- truck
- State:
- Florida
- City:
- St. Petersburg
- Location:
- Gandy Boulevard and I-275
- Date of Incident:
- 2023-06-26
- Time of Incident:
- Monday morning
Gandy Boulevard and I-275
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