BROOKSVILLE, Fla – A fatal traffic crash closed a road a caused power outages in Brooksville, according to Hernando County Sheriff on Sunday.
According to Florida Highway Patrol, a 54-year-old Brooksville man, driving a Ford F350, was traveling southbound on Preston Road, approaching Outback Way, when the driver lost control of the vehicle for an unknown reason.
The vehicle entered the west shoulder and struck a wooden pole, a mailbox, and a power line pole before overturning at final rest.
Transported to an area hospital, the man later from injuries suffered during the crash.
Deputies say Preston Road was closed between Mondon Hill and Richbarn. Drivers should use an alternate route at this time.
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