March 08, 2024

Road rage incident between two truckers leads to gunfire on I-75

Steve Smith

Road rage incident between two truckers leads to gunfire on I-75

A road rage exchange between two truckers on a Florida highway escalated into gunfire on March 3rd. The altercation occurred on Interstate 75 near Ocala, Florida.

The confrontation: The incident started when a truck driver from Virginia threw a water bottle at a fellow trucker. What began as an aggressive gesture quickly turned violent as shots were fired between the trucks while driving.

The Virginia trucker was later arrested and has been charged with multiple offenses, including shooting a missile into a vehicle and aggravated assault.
Dash cam footage played a crucial role in piecing together the events, as reported by the Miami Herald.

The outcome: Fortunately, despite the perilous situation, no injuries were reported.

Law enforcement's swift action led to the identification and arrest of the 43-year-old suspect on March 6th, ensuring the safety of other road users.

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