Troopers investigate deadly crash involving dump truck on US-1 near Melbourne

BREVARD COUNTY, Fla. — Florida Highway Patrol troopers in Brevard County are investigating a deadly crash Friday morning.

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The crash happened around 7:04 a.m. on U.S. 1 and Otter Creek Lane near Melbourne.

Troopers said the crash involved a 2002 Chevrolet Blazer and a dump truck.

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A 60-year-old woman was taken to a hospital after the crash where she died, troopers said.

Troopers said the cause of the deadly crash is still under investigation.

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Channel 9 is working to gather more details and will provide updates on Eyewitness News.

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