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68-year-old man killed in Marion County crash

Truck left roadway, crashed into tree, troopers say

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MARION COUNTY, Fla. – A 68-year-old man was killed in a Marion County crash, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

Troopers said the crash took place shortly before midnight Saturday on Southwest 129th Terrace Road.

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According to the crash report, Phillip Cheshire, of Dunnellon, was driving north in a Chevy Silverado and was taking a curve to the left when he veered off the road and onto the right grassy shoulder.

The truck then vaulted over a driveway before slamming into a tree, troopers said.

Cheshire died at the scene, according to the report.

Troopers said the crash is still being investigated.