Madison, FL (June 8, 2026) – Two people lost their lives early on Saturday after a wrong-way collision on Interstate 10 in Madison County.
The fatal crash happened around 1:10 a.m. on June 6 near mile marker 245 on the eastbound side of I-10. According to investigators, a 34-year-old Orange Park woman was driving a sport utility vehicle west in the inside eastbound lane when her vehicle struck another sport utility vehicle traveling east.
The second SUV was driven by a 24-year-old Jacksonville man. Reports indicate the front ends of both vehicles hit each other, causing both SUVs to rotate before stopping on the roadway.
Each driver was the sole occupant of their vehicle. Both were pronounced dead at the scene. Investigators stated the woman was wearing a seat belt, while the man was not.
Additional details about the accident had not been made public as of this report, but troopers continue working to determine all factors that contributed to the crash.
We extend our heartfelt condolences to the families and friends mourning these losses.
How Wrong-Way Driving Incidents Are Investigated
Wrong-way driving cases usually require a detailed review of roadway evidence, vehicle positions, and travel directions. Investigators typically examine physical markings on the pavement, vehicle damage patterns, and information gathered from nearby cameras when available.
Traffic conditions, visibility, roadway design, and driver actions are also commonly reviewed. In many cases, specialists look at whether signs, lane markings, or interchange layouts may have influenced a driver’s movements before the collision occurred.
Vehicle data systems can sometimes provide information about speed, braking, and steering inputs before impact. Witness statements may also help establish a timeline. By combining these sources, investigators can build a clearer picture of how a wrong-way driving event developed and what factors contributed to the outcome.
