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Pedestrian Killed in DeLand Crash, Florida Highway Patrol Says

Crash happened just before 5:30 a.m. Sunday on East International Speedway Boulevard and North Kepler Road, says the Florida Highway Patrol

Pedestrian Killed in DeLand Crash, Florida Highway Patrol Says

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DELAND, Fla. – Eastbound US-92 is blocked in DeLand following a deadly crash involving two vehicles and a pedestrian, according to Florida Highway Patrol troopers.

The collision occurred shortly before 5:30 a.m. near the intersection of East International Speedway Boulevard and North Kepler Road.

Investigators said the crash involved an 18-year-old woman driving a GMC Sierra, a 44-year-old man in a Volkswagen Atlas and a pedestrian who was in the roadway. Few additional details have been released.

Both drivers stayed at the scene, troopers said. The pedestrian was pronounced dead.

The closure affects the eastbound lanes of US-92 at North Kepler Road.

Officials have not said when the roadway will reopen. Additional information is being sought.

This remains a developing story. Check back for updates as more details become available.