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ALLIGATOR ALLEY, Broward County, Fla., Nov. 1, 2026 — An 18-year-old woman died on Saturday night, October 31, in a three-vehicle crash on I-75 on Alligator Alley in Broward County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
The crash happened around 10 p.m. on eastbound I-75, west of Mile Marker 45. A Fort Myers woman driving a 2018 Toyota Camry reportedly lost control and left the roadway.
The Camry struck a pickup truck that was parked outside the paved shoulder, according to the Florida Highway Patrol. The truck's driver, a 40-year-old man, suffered minor injuries. After that impact, the Camry veered into a third vehicle, driven by a 19-year-old man who had a passenger with him. Both occupants of that vehicle were also injured.
The 18-year-old driver was pronounced dead at the scene. Investigators have not released her identity. The crash remains under investigation, and no cause has been confirmed.
Our condolences go out to the family and friends of the deceased.
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How does speed affect the chances of surviving a crash like this?
Higher speed gives a driver less time to react and increases the force of impact, which raises the risk of serious injury or death in a crash.
Why does wearing a seat belt matter so much in a multi-vehicle crash?
Seat belts keep occupants from being thrown within or out of the vehicle during a collision, which lowers the chance of fatal injury, especially in multi-vehicle pile-ups.
What should families do after a fatal crash like this one?
Families can request the official crash report from the investigating agency, once it's completed, and can contact the agency's public information office with questions about the investigation.
How do agencies investigate a fatal crash on a highway like I-75?
Investigators typically examine the scene, vehicle damage, and any available data to reconstruct how the crash occurred, then issue a report once the investigation concludes.
