Woman Killed in Crash at CR-462 and U.S. 301 in Sumter County

A fatal intersection crash in Sumter County has left one woman dead after a vehicle failed to stop and was struck by another SUV. According to the Florida Highway Patrol, the crash occurred on April 6, 2026, at the intersection of County Road 462 and U.S. Highway 301.

What We Know About the Incident

• The crash occurred at CR-462 and U.S. 301 in Sumter County, Florida
• The incident took place on April 6, 2026
• A Kia Sportage failed to stop at the intersection
• The Kia was struck by an Acura MDX traveling on U.S. 301
• The impact caused the Kia Sportage to overturn multiple times
• A 46-year-old woman in the Kia was killed
• Authorities have not confirmed who was driving the Kia
• Both occupants of the Kia were not wearing seatbelts
• Two occupants of the Acura MDX suffered non-life-threatening injuries
• The Florida Highway Patrol is investigating

Risks and Safety Concerns

Intersection crashes are among the most dangerous types of motor vehicle accidents, especially when one vehicle fails to stop and enters the path of another. These crashes often result in high-impact side collisions followed by secondary events such as rollovers.

Rollover crashes significantly increase the risk of fatal injuries, particularly when occupants are not wearing seatbelts. Without proper restraints, individuals are more likely to be ejected or suffer severe trauma during multiple flips.

Busy intersections like U.S. 301 require drivers to exercise heightened caution and strictly obey traffic control devices to prevent these types of collisions.

Legal Options and Potential Liability

Crashes involving failure to stop at intersections typically involve clear questions of liability based on right-of-way laws.

Potential liable parties may include:

• Negligent driver: A driver who failed to stop or yield at an intersection may be held liable for causing the crash.
• Vehicle owner: Under Florida law, the owner of the vehicle may be responsible for damages caused by the driver.
• Multiple drivers: Liability may be shared depending on each driver’s actions leading up to the crash.
• Government entities: If signage, signals, or roadway design contributed to the crash, the responsible agency may share liability.
• Third parties: If another factor contributed to the crash, additional parties may be evaluated for liability.

In fatal crash cases, surviving family members may be entitled to pursue compensation for:

• Funeral and burial expenses
• Medical costs incurred prior to death
• Loss of companionship and emotional suffering

Injured victims may also be entitled to compensation for:

• Medical expenses
• Lost wages
• Pain and suffering

Investigation Ongoing

The Florida Highway Patrol continues to investigate the crash, including determining who was driving the Kia Sportage and the circumstances surrounding the failure to stop.

Authorities are expected to review roadway conditions, vehicle damage, and witness statements as part of the ongoing investigation.

If you or a loved one has been affected by a serious crash, contact Flanagan & Bodenheimer Injury and Wrongful Death Law Firm for a free consultation to discuss your legal options.