Hillsborough deputy dies in fatal crash involving semi-trailer driven by Orlando man – WFTV

HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY, Fla. – A Hillsborough County deputy died in a fatal traffic accident Thursday morning.

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Deputy Darell Brown, 40, was off-duty and traveling in his personal vehicle on US Highway 301 when the accident occurred.

At approximately 7:45 a.m., a collision occurred between Deputy Brown's vehicle and a semi-trailer truck as Deputy Brown turned into the southbound lanes of US 301, resulting in a head-on collision.

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The owner of the semi-trailer, a 32-year-old man from Orlando, suffered non-life-threatening injuries.

“This tragedy comes at an incredibly difficult time as our Sheriff's Office continues to mourn the loss of Deputy White. I humbly ask the community to pray for all those affected by these painful losses,” said Hillsborough Sheriff Chad Chronister. “Deputy Brown was more than just a colleague; he was a friend, a mentor and a source of inspiration to many. His genuine warmth, dedication and compassionate spirit left a lasting impression on all who were fortunate enough to know him.”

Deputy Brown has been with HCSO since January 2015.

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