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Dump Truck Driver Killed in Rollover Crash on Turnpike in Miami-Dade

The crash happened around 6 a.m. in the southbound lanes of the Turnpike just north of the intersection with Interstate 75

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Florida Highway Patrol troopers are investigating a rollover crash on the Florida's Turnpike in Miami-Dade that left a dump truck driver dead Wednesday morning.

The crash happened around 6 a.m. in the southbound lanes of the Turnpike just north of the intersection with Interstate 75.

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According to FHP Lt. Alex Camacho, the truck lost control and struck a concrete barrier wall. The truck overturned and the driver was ejected, landing in the shoulder and dying at the scene.

Officials have not released the driver's identity.

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Drivers were advised to avoid the area for the morning rush hour as an investigation continues.

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