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FHP: Fatal crash in Volusia causes roadblock

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VOLUSIA COUNTY, Fla. — The Florida Highway Patrol responded to a crash Saturday afternoon in Volusia County.

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A 92-year-old woman was traveling northbound in a 2010 Toyota Prius on North Woodland Blvd approaching Brandywine Road in the left turn lane.

A 2021 Chevy Blazer driven by a 33-year-old from Astor was traveling southbound on N Woodland Blvd, approaching Brandywine Road in the outside lane.

The driver of the Prius attempted to make a left turn onto Brandywine Road, entering the Blazer’s direct path.

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As a result, the front of the Blazer struck the right side of the Prius.

The 92-year-old- woman was pronounced dead on the scene, and the driver of the Blazer suffered minor injuries.

The crash caused a roadblock that has been cleared.

The crash remains under investigation.

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Carl-Max Millionard, WFTV.com

Carl-Max Millionard is a Content Creator for WFTV.com.

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