URGENT UPDATE: A serious crash occurred on the Suncoast Parkway in Spring Hill, Florida, Friday evening, when a car collided with a road ranger truck, causing significant damage. The Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) reported the incident took place around 7:25 p.m. near mile marker 46.
The road ranger was assisting a vehicle towing a trailer that had suffered a flat tire, slowly moving along the outside shoulder when the 2025 Volkswagen Atlas crashed into it. According to FHP, the road ranger had its emergency equipment activated at the time of the accident, highlighting the urgency of the situation.
Witnesses describe a chaotic scene as the Volkswagen veered off the road and struck the ranger’s vehicle. Emergency responders quickly arrived to provide assistance. The driver of the Volkswagen was transported to a local hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. Fortunately, the road ranger was unharmed in the incident.
Both vehicles sustained extensive damage, with reports indicating that airbags in both the Volkswagen and the ranger truck were deployed during the collision. Images from the scene reveal the severity of the crash, which has raised concerns about driver awareness and road safety.
In a statement, FHP confirmed that the driver of the Volkswagen was cited for a failure to move over, emphasizing the importance of adhering to traffic laws designed to protect roadside assistance workers.
This incident serves as a stark reminder for all drivers to remain vigilant and obey traffic regulations, especially when emergency vehicles are present. Authorities continue to investigate the crash, and further details are expected to emerge.
Stay tuned for updates as this developing story unfolds.
