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A fatal accident on I-95 early Saturday morning resulted in the death of a 19-year-old woman in Brevard County. The incident occurred shortly after midnight near mile marker 188 in the southbound lanes of the interstate.
According to the Florida Highway Patrol, a 2010 Lexus was speeding when it crashed into the back of a semi-truck. Following the initial collision, the driver of the Lexus, identified as a 19-year-old female, exited the vehicle. While outside of the car, the Lexus was struck again by a Ford F-250, which collided with its rear.
Investigators reported that the young woman was subsequently hit by another vehicle. Tragically, she succumbed to her injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene.
A 16-year-old passenger who was inside the Lexus was transported to a hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. No other drivers involved in the crash reported injuries.
The crash remains under investigation as authorities work to determine the circumstances leading up to the tragic event.
