Duval County

86-year-old man killed in crash on Hart Expressway

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — An 86-year-old man was killed in a crash on Friday afternoon.

The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office responded to the crash that happened around 2:30 p.m. at the Hart Expressway and University Boulevard.

According to police, the 86-year-old was taking the exit on University Boulevard when his car, a Toyota Tacoma, left the road and flipped before coming to a rest between the on and off ramp.

The victim was transported to the hospital where he died from his injuries.

Police believe the victim was likely not wearing a seatbelt.

An investigation has been launched to see what caused the crash. Police believe it was due to excessive speed, the sharp curve of the exit or a medical emergency.