Jacob Bustos, 3, killed, and several people injured in collision at State Road 674 and 27th Street SE in Hillsborough County, Florida
Modified Date:
Sat, 12/02/2017 - 4:39pmAccident Date:
Wednesday, February 1, 2017CHILD, 3, DIES AFTER HILLSBOROUGH CRASH, FHP SAYS
The crash happened about 7:55 p.m. at the intersection of State Road 674 and 27th Street SE. Troopers said a 2001 Toyota Camry driven by John Rutland, 38, of Ruskin, was southbound on 27th Street, attempting to cross SR 674 when it collided with the driver’s side of the Chevrolet.
3-year-old killed in Hillsborough crash, two others seriously injured
According to FHP, the investigation is still ongoing and charges are pending.
FHP: 3-year-old dies after alcohol-related crash; multiple children injured
Rutland was arrested at the scene and faces eight charges including driving under the influence, DUI with serious bodily injury and DUI manslaughter.
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Type: Car Accident
People Involved:
Jacob Bustos
Marbella Valencia-Bustos
Guadalupe Bustos-Benitez
Loylo Mirella Valencia
Adrian Rivera
Valeria Rivera
Jonathan Bustos
John Rutland
Roadway:
State Road 674 and 27th Street SECounty:
Hillsborough County, FLArea:
Tampa-St. Petersburg, FL
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