Dade City man loses control of car, dies after colliding with tree, utility pole: FHP

A deadly car crash in Zephyrhills claimed the life of a Dade City man on Tuesday night after he lost control of his vehicle and collided with a tree and a utility pole, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

The 26-year-old victim was driving a Chevy Trailblazer southbound on Lane Rd. just north of April Ln. when he lost control of the car and went off the road.

What they're saying:

Investigators say the victim was not wearing a seatbelt.

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He was transported to a local hospital where he later died.

The Source: Information for this story was provided by the Florida Highway Patrol.

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