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Eight Dead, Dozens Injured in Marion County, Florida Bus Crash; Driver Arrested for DUI

May 14, 2024, 04:22 PM

A tragic bus crash in Marion County, Florida, on Tuesday morning resulted in the deaths of eight people and injuries to dozens more. The bus, carrying 53 migrant farm workers to a watermelon farm, collided with a pickup truck on State Road 40. Authorities reported that 45 individuals were injured, with eight in critical condition. The driver of the pickup truck has been arrested on charges of driving under the influence and manslaughter. Emergency services, including over 30 ambulances, responded to the mass casualty incident. The Ocala Star Banner and Florida Highway Patrol confirmed the details of the incident.