I-75 northbound shut down after tractor-trailer driver falls asleep at the wheel and overturns: FHP

Courtesy: Florida Highway Patrol

The driver of a tractor-trailer overturned on northbound I-75 in Sumter County on Wednesday morning, forcing the interstate to shut down.

What we know:

The crash happened shortly after 5 a.m. near the Sumter/Marion County line.

Troopers said the driver, a 29-year-old man from Jacksonville, fell asleep and lost control of the vehicle.

Courtesy: Florida Highway Patrol

The tractor-trailer came to a stop, blocking the northbound lanes.

The driver suffered minor injuries and was not taken to the hospital.

This is a developing story. Check back for updates.

Courtesy: Florida Highway Patrol

What we don't know:

Troopers have not indicated when the interstate will reopen.

The Source: This article was written with information provided by the Florida Highway Patrol in a press release.

Sumter County