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UPDATED Oct 17, 2026 at 12:20 PM ET
Oct 17, 2026 at 10:20 AM ET
Two pedestrians killed on U.S. 301 in Tampa
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Two pedestrians died Friday night after being struck by a car while attempting to cross U.S. Highway 301 in Tampa, the Florida Highway Patrol said. The crash occurred at about 10:35 p.m. A 29-year-old Temple Terrace woman was driving a northbound Jeep Compass.
WHO: Two pedestrians and a 29-year-old Temple Terrace woman driving a Jeep Compass; the Florida Highway Patrol reported the crash.
WHAT: Two pedestrians were killed after a car struck them as they attempted to cross U.S. Highway 301.
WHEN: Reported Oct 17, 2026 at 11:44 AM ET
WHERE: Tampa, Florida
WHY: The pedestrians were attempting to cross the highway when they were struck by a passing car.
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