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Deadly Crash Shuts Down US 301 In Thonotosassa

Two people driving in car in the wrong lane collided with a Sweetbay truck, according to the FHP.

UPDATE: U.S. 301 has reopened after an early morning crash.

A deadly crash on U.S. 301 at McIntosh Road in Thonotosassa will have the roadway closed until at least 3 p.m. today, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

Two people driving in car in the wrong lane collided with a Sweetbay truck, according to the FHP report on the incident.

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Both the driver and passenger in the car died at the scene. The truck driver received minor injuries.

The crash remains under investigation.

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