FHP: Carjacking suspect being pursued by deputies dies in crash on I-95 in Flagler County

FLAGLER COUNTY, Fla. — The southbound lanes of I-95 were closed for hours Tuesday after a deadly crash involving a carjacking suspect.

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Deputies said around noon that the crash had all southbound lanes blocked south of State Road 100.

“Expect delays on SR-100 near the I-95 interchange and please use alternate routes,” deputies said.

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Troopers said St. Johns County deputies were pursuing a suspect in a carjacking that happened in Duval County when they entered Flagler County.

FHP said the suspect tried to travel on the inside shoulder of I-95 but lost control of the vehicle.

Troopers said as they were responding to assist, the suspect crashed into the back of a commercial motor vehicle and its trailer.

FHP said the suspect died from the injuries suffered in the crash.

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The Florida Highway Patrol Traffic Homicide Unit is investigating the crash.

The road has since been reopened.

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