FHP: Driver killed after car runs off I-95 in St. Johns County, catches fire

A driver was killed early Saturday when a sedan ran off Interstate 95 in St. Johns County, struck multiple trees and caught fire, the Florida Highway Patrol said.

The crash happened around 1:30 a.m. on southbound I-95 near mile marker 325, according to a news release.

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The car was traveling south when it exited the roadway onto the right grass shoulder and hit several trees, troopers said.

Troopers said the car was engulfed in flames and came to rest in the tree line on the west side of the highway.

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The driver died at the scene, according to the release.

The driver has not yet been identified by officials.

The Florida Highway Patrol said the investigation is ongoing. Anyone with information about the crash can contact FHP by dialing *FHP (*347).

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