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Person killed in crash on Fruitville Road at Tatum Ridge in Sarasota

Drivers are asked to avoid the area.
Credit: Sarasota County Sheriff's Office

SARASOTA, Fla. — Deputies and Florida Highway Patrol troopers are investigating a deadly crash Friday afternoon on Fruitville Road.

It happened around 4 p.m. in the eastbound lanes at the intersection of Tatum Ridge Road, according to the Sarasota County Sheriff's Office.

One person is said to be dead in the two-car crash.

The eastbound lanes of Fruitville Road are closed. Drivers are asked to avoid the area in the meantime.

This is a developing story. Check back for updates.

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