Lakeland man arrested after falling asleep on I-75, FHP says
BRANDON, Fla. - A 46-year-old Lakeland man is behind bars after falling asleep while driving on I-75 early Saturday morning, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Courtesy: Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office
Troopers say Lawrence Mckinley was arrested for driving under the influence and fleeing just after 12 a.m.
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According to FHP, troopers found Mckinley stopped and asleep in the center lane of I-75 near SR-60.
Officials say thankfully there were no crashes or injuries.
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