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.
TRAFFIC ALERT: I-95 SB is currently shut down south of SR-100 due to a major crash. The roadway will likely be closed for several hours.
— Flagler County Sheriff’s Office (@FlaglerSheriff) October 31, 2023
Expect delays on SR-100 near the I-95 interchange and please use alternate routes. pic.twitter.com/I0YwHzEdb9
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