OSCEOLA COUNTY, Florida — Tragedy struck in central Florida over the weekend when six Jamaicans, including three children, perished in a fiery two-vehicle crash along a highway in Osceola County on Saturday.
According to reports, the fatal collision involved a 2024 Hyundai Tucson travelling westbound and a 2011 semi-truck with trailer heading eastbound.
Authorities say the driver of the Hyundai was attempting to overtake several vehicles when they lost control of the SUV and crashed head-on into the truck, sparking a massive fire that engulfed both vehicles.
The violent impact caused the Hyundai to trap all occupants inside, and they were pronounced dead at the scene.
The deceased — whose names have not yet been officially released — are reportedly Jamaican nationals, sending shockwaves through the diaspora community.
The driver of the semi-truck sustained minor injuries and was transported to Indian River Hospital for treatment.
The crash is under investigation by Florida Highway Patrol, with grief counselors being made available to affected families both in Florida and Jamaica.
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