An 18-year-old man from Lake Butler City died Thursday morning after his pickup truck crashed in Baker County, Florida. According to the Florida Highway Patrol (FHP), the young driver was traveling north on County Road 229 approaching Clet Harvey Road when he failed to navigate a left-hand curve. The vehicle traveled off the right side of the road, hit multiple trees, and overturned before coming to rest on its left side. The driver was ejected from the truck during the crash and was pronounced dead at the scene. Authorities are investigating whether the victim was wearing a seatbelt at the time of the accident. The incident highlights the importance of road safety and proper vehicle operation, particularly among young drivers.
