Major multi-vehicle crash involving dump truck causes delays on Florida Turnpike

Florida Highway Patrol says a dump truck and up to eight vehicles were involved in the major crash on the Florida Turnpike

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By Jake Jordan

OSCEOLA COUNTY, Fla. — A serious multi-vehicle crash involving a dump truck has caused major traffic delays on Florida’s Turnpike near mile marker 248, as reported by the Florida Highway Patrol.

Troopers reported the crash occurred around 11:20 a.m., involving the dump truck and six to eight other vehicles.

Authorities confirmed that at least one person sustained serious injuries and was taken to a nearby hospital. Several others were also transported to area hospitals for treatment.

The total number of injuries has not yet been disclosed.

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