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FHP: Woman, 21 dies after fiery crash in Palm Coast

FLAGLER COUNTY, Fla. — The Florida Highway Patrol said one person died following a crash early Monday in Flagler County.

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Shortly after midnight, troopers responded to Old Kings Road, about 1 1/2 miles north of Town Center Boulevard, in Palm Coast.

Investigators said a 21-year-old woman was driving southbound on Old Kings Road when she crossed over the northbound lane and struck a tree.

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Troopers said her car then caught fire.

Firefighters rushed to put out the flames, but the driver did not survive.

Troopers are still investigating the cause of the crash.

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FHP has not released the victim’s name.

See a map of the approximate crash location below:


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