Update:
ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. — Orange County Public Schools and Windemere High School released a statement revealing one of the victims in the fatal Orange County crash was an 18-year-old student at the school. The statement reads as follows:
“We are heartbroken by the tragic loss of Windermere High senior Sammy Lahik, who was involved in a fatal car accident on Saturday night. Our deepest sympathies go out to his family, friends, and the entire Windermere community during this incredibly difficult time. The sudden passing of a young life is an unimaginable loss, and we are committed to providing support for our students and staff as they navigate this grief. Counselors will be available for anyone in need of support. Please keep Sammy’s loved ones and the Windermere High School community in your thoughts as they mourn this profound loss.” - OCPS Superintendent Dr. Maria F. Vazquez
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Florida Highway Patrol has released information on a fatal Orange County crash that claimed the lives of 4 people and seriously injured another.
It happened on the Central Florida Parkway when the BMW driver attempted to overtake the Toyota Camry by changing lanes.
When the BMW attempted to merge back into the outside lane, it collided with the front left of the Camry, causing both cars to run off the road.
The Toyota then struck a light pole and continued to hit multiple trees, and the rear passenger was ejected from the vehicle.
The BMW also collided with several trees, leaving the passengers of that vehicle deceased.
In total, all occupants of the BMW and 2 out of 3 occupants in the Camry have been pronounced dead.
The driver of the Toyota sustained serious injuries and is being treated at Dr. Phillips Hospital.
The FHP investigation on this crash is ongoing.
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