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A Florida man driving a specially designed crash-absorbing truck was killed after a pickup truck collided with the vehicle on I-75, causing a chain reaction that resulted in severe injuries to the driver and others involved. The incident is under investigation.
Flooding near CW Grant Parkway on I-75 is causing traffic disruptions close to Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport on June 27, 2025.
Three people were injured, with one ejected, after a military Humvee was involved in a crash on I-75 in West Chester. The Humvee was traveling with a freightliner and tractor-trailer when it struck the side of the freightliner, causing it to overturn into a line of trees. The injured individuals were taken to the University of Cincinnati hospital, and the crash caused heavy traffic backups on the highway. The military unit involved was part of the 637th Chemical Company out of Kettering and was en route to training in Indiana. The crash is under investigation by the Ohio State Highway Patrol.
A serious crash involving military vehicles has blocked I-75 at I-275 in Sharonville, Ohio, with the Ohio State Highway Patrol confirming serious injuries. Lanes are reopening but traffic remains restricted, with some cars being re-routed into northbound lanes causing closures. West Chester police will close the southbound I-75 ramp at Union Centre Boulevard, and alternate routes are advised as the time for the interstate to reopen remains unclear.
Traffic on I-75 near Monroe has reopened after strong storms knocked down six power poles, causing power outages for hundreds of households. Duke Energy crews worked to clear the power lines from the road, allowing traffic to resume. No injuries were reported, and efforts are underway to restore power to affected areas, with a potential timeline of midnight for full restoration.
Interstate 75 in Butler County has re-opened in both directions after strong winds caused six power poles to fall onto the roadway, prompting a closure for crews to clear the debris.
Downed power lines have caused the closure of northbound traffic on I-75 between Middletown and Liberty Way in Monroe, Ohio. The closure is due to a broken pole and downed lines, causing power outages for hundreds of people. Drivers are advised to slow down, reroute, and be cautious of their surroundings, while also being mindful of Duke Energy crews working on the roadways and avoiding driving over or approaching downed power lines.
Sycamore High School's athletic director, Mark Harden, died in a multi-vehicle crash on I-75 southbound in Sharonville. The crash occurred when his vehicle struck a Toyota, causing him to lose control and be hit by a tractor-trailer and another car. Sycamore High School will be closed, and all extracurricular activities canceled. Grief counselors will be available for students, staff, and coaches, and the Greater Miami Conference expressed condolences, stating that Harden's presence and leadership will be difficult to replace.
The NTSB continues its investigation into Friday's plane crash, with a portion of I-75 remaining closed until at least Sunday afternoon. FDOT is working on removing the aircraft and will assess any damage to the roadway once the scene is cleared. Travelers heading south into Collier County should be aware of the closure between Exit 111 and Exit 105, with alternative routes provided.
The Collier County Sheriff's Office identified the two pilots killed in the Naples plane crash on Interstate 75 as Edward Daniel Murphy and Ian Hofmann, with three survivors named as Sydney Ann Bosmans, Aaron Baker, and Audra Green. The family of co-pilot Ian Hofmann described his last moments as calmly speaking with air traffic control while trying to save the passengers and crew, and expressed gratitude for the support received. They described him as a hero who did his best to save everyone he could on the plane.
I-75 in Pasco County was closed in both directions after a potentially explosive device was found on the shoulder of the southbound I-75 exit ramp leading to SR-52. The Florida Highway Patrol called in bomb squad experts to safely remove the item for further testing, and the road has since reopened.
A 95-year-old man, William Hack, died at the University of Cincinnati Medical Center after a crash on I-75 near Evendale. The crash occurred when Hack attempted to re-enter the highway from an exit ramp, striking an impact attenuator and causing his vehicle to be hit by several others. The highway was closed but reopened later in the afternoon.
A man suspected of being involved in an abduction was hit and killed on I-75 after fleeing from police in Cincinnati. The police received calls about a possible abduction and pursued the suspect's vehicle, but the driver refused to stop. The suspect eventually abandoned the vehicle and ran onto the highway, where he was struck by a vehicle and killed. The abducted woman is safe, and the investigation is ongoing.
Two fatal crashes on northbound I-75 in Boone County, Kentucky, resulted in the closure of the highway for several hours. The crashes occurred near the Richwood Road exit and the Mary Grubbs Highway exit, with at least one fatality reported in each incident. The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet closed all northbound lanes of I-71/75, and drivers were advised to find alternate routes or exit at the Walton exit. No further details on the number of people involved or the extent of injuries were provided.
A section of northbound I-75 in Rockcastle County, Kentucky, was temporarily closed after a deadly crash involving a semi. The closure occurred between the 59 and 60 mile markers near U.S. 25. The road has since been reopened, and no further details about the crash are currently available.