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1 dead after vehicle strikes tree on I-4, officials say

VOLUSIA COUNTY, Fl. — Officials are investigating a fatal crash on I-4 Friday morning.

The crash happened just before 7 a.m. in the eastbound lanes of I-4 near mile marker 105 when a vehicle left the roadway and struck a tree, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

A male passenger was ejected from an SUV and pronounced dead on scene by officials.

Officials said the driver received minor injuries in the crash and the three other occupants were transported to Central Florida Regional Hospital with unknown injuries.

The crash caused delays eastbound in the right lane of I-4, according to FHP.

The crash remains under investigation.

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