FHP: Man, 43, dies in traffic crash near DeLand

Deadly crash near DeLand State troopers responded to the crash on N. Spring Garden Avenue early Friday. (WFTV staff)

By Gene Saladna

VOLUSIA COUNTY, Fla. — State troopers are investigating a deadly crash in Volusia County.

It happened around 2 a.m. Friday along Spring Garden Avenue in DeLand, the Florida Highway Patrol said.

Deadly crash near DeLand State troopers responded to the crash on N. Spring Garden Avenue early Friday. (WFTV staff)

Channel 9 has been near the crash scene for several hours.

As of 7 a.m., Spring Garden Avenue (State Road 15A) remained closed in both directions north of State Road 44.

FHP said the driver of a Toyota Camry died in the crash.

According to troopers, he was traveling northbound on Spring Garden Avenue when he lost control of the car, traveled off the roadway, and struck a railroad crossing gate arm support pole.

FHP said the driver, 43, resided in Orange City.

Deadly crash near DeLand State troopers responded to the crash on N. Spring Garden Avenue early Friday. (WFTV staff)

Eyewitness News’ Alexa Lorenzo is monitoring traffic delays throughout Central Florida. You can see her live updates all morning long on Ch. 9 & TV 27.

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