A man was arrested in connection with a crash that left a 16-year-old dead in Apollo Beach on Friday.
According to the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s office, at 5:14 p.m. a mother and her 16-year-old daughter were driving north on 30th Street northeast.
Deputies said their sedan was crossing the intersection of Convington Drive when a pickup truck driven by twenty-one-year-old DF, that was traveling west, ran a stop sign at 30th Street.
The pickup truck struck the passenger side of the van, injuring the 16-year-old.
The teen was taken to the hospital, where she later died, authorities reported.
“During a time meant for gathering and celebration, a young life was taken because someone chose to get behind the wheel impaired,” said Sheriff Chad Chronister. “Let this be a heartbreaking reminder that one reckless decision can have life-altering consequences. We will continue to hold those accountable who turn our roadways into places of tragedy instead of safety.”
The HIllsborough County Sheriff’s Office arrested F and have charged him with DUI manslaughter.
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Source: wfla
