Deadly crash slows traffic on I-275 southbound exit to I-75 in Manatee County

By FOX 13 News Staff

Updated October 30, 2024 6:23am EDT

PALMETTO, Fla. - The Florida Highway Patrol is investigating a deadly crash partially blocking the exit from I-275 southbound to I-75 south in Manatee County.

FHP has not released further details about the early Wednesday morning crash.

The Florida Highway Patrol is investigating a deadly crash on I-275 southbound near the I-75 interchange in Manatee County.

One lane of the southbound off-ramp has since reopened, but traffic remains slow through the area. Those looking to go south can also exit early at U.S. 41 instead.

This is a developing story. Check back for updates.

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