2 Airlifted After Vehicle Slams into Utility Pole on US-19 in Pinellas County

Troopers said a 59-year-old New Port Richey woman was traveling northbound on US-19. She lost control of her Ford Taurus and slammed into a utility pole.

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2 Seriously Injured in Car Accident on US-19 in Pinellas County

Pinellas County, FL. – Two people were severely injured after a traffic collision on Tuesday morning in Pinellas County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

The accident occurred at about 7:20 a.m. on US-19.

Troopers said a 59-year-old New Port Richey woman was traveling northbound on US-19 when she lost control of her Ford Taurus and slammed into a utility pole.

The woman and her passenger, a 44-year-old New Port Richey man, were severely hurt and flown to a local hospital for treatment.

No additional information concerning this crash was provided.

An investigation is underway.

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