Justin B. Lakin, 21, Lashay D. Waiters, 24, and Yvette R. Alexandre, 21, killed in wrong-way collision on Interstate 75 in Tampa, Florida
Modified Date:
Fri, 11/24/2017 - 3:56pmAccident Date:
Thursday, November 23, 2017
Three Dead After Wrong-Way I-75 Crash
Troopers said Mr. Lakin was driving a 2012 Toyota Corolla north in the center southbound lane of I-75. The Toyota struck a 2009 Ford Focus driven by Mr. Waiters head-on. Ms. Alexandre was a passenger in the Ford.
Newly engaged couple among three killed in wrong-way crash on I-75
It was also not immediately clear to investigators where Lakin entered I-75 headed the wrong way. Alcohol was not immediately suspected as a factor in the crash but the investigation continued Friday and a toxicology report on Lakin was pending, said Sgt. Steve Gaskins, a spokesman for the Highway Patrol.
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Type: Car Accident
Topics:
Wrong-way CrashPeople Involved:
Justin B. Lakin
Lashay D. Waiters
Yvette R. Alexandre
Roadway:
Interstate 75City:
Tampa, FLCounty:
Hillsborough County, FLArea:
Tampa-St. Petersburg, FL
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