The Florida Highway Patrol is currently conducting an investigation into a fatal accident. The incident occurred at the intersection of Old Woodville Road and Woodville Highway in Leon County at the early hours of this morning.
FHP reported that a 21-year-old man was driving southbound on the highway when he crossed onto the incorrect side of the road.
He collided with a 22-year-old woman who was travelling north. She was later pronounced dead. Loved ones identified the victim as Officer Ashanti Smith. An 18-wheeler collided with the debris subsequent to the initial collision. FHP has stated that the fatal collision did not appear to be the result of any contributing factors in the roadway; however, the matter is still being investigated.
