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.
