Brandon Man Seriously Injured in I-75 Construction Zone Crash

Troopers say the driver crashed into an unoccupied truck in the work area.

Jan. 30, 2026 at 5:31pm

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A 44-year-old Brandon man was seriously injured after crashing his SUV into a truck parked in a construction zone on Interstate 75 in Tampa, according to the Florida Highway Patrol. Troopers say the man was traveling northbound when he drove into the work zone and hit the unoccupied vehicle. The driver was taken to a local hospital for treatment, while no other injuries were reported.

Why it matters

Construction zone crashes can pose a serious threat to both workers and drivers, highlighting the importance of safe driving practices and awareness in these areas. This incident raises questions about what may have led the driver to enter the work zone and the potential need for improved signage or other safety measures.

The details

According to the Florida Highway Patrol, the crash occurred around 10:50 p.m. on Thursday near mile marker 263 of I-75 in Tampa. Troopers say the 44-year-old Brandon man was traveling northbound in an SUV when he drove into the construction zone and collided with an unoccupied truck parked in the work area. The driver suffered serious injuries and was transported to a local hospital for treatment, while no other injuries were reported.

  • The crash happened around 10:50 p.m. on Thursday, January 30, 2026.

The players

Florida Highway Patrol

The state law enforcement agency that investigated the crash and provided details about the incident.

44-year-old Brandon man

The driver of the SUV who was seriously injured after crashing into the unoccupied truck in the construction zone.

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What’s next

Investigators are working to determine what caused the man to enter the construction zone on I-75.

The takeaway

This crash underscores the importance of heightened awareness and caution when driving through construction zones, as even a momentary lapse in attention can have serious consequences for both drivers and workers.