Driver Arrested After Wrong-Way Collision on I-75 in Florida
A 27-year-old man is in custody after driving a dark SUV the wrong way on I-75 in Riverview, Florida, and causing a head-on collision around 3 a.m. on August 7.
Tampa St. Petersburg, FL, August 7, 2026 —
A head-on collision occurred on Interstate 75 in Riverview, Florida, early on August 7, resulting in the arrest of a 27-year-old man.
The incident took place around 3 a.m. when the suspect was reportedly driving a dark-colored SUV the wrong way on I-75. The incorrect direction of travel led to a head-on crash.
The Florida Highway Patrol is investigating the circumstances surrounding the wrong-way driving and the subsequent collision. Further details regarding the identities of those involved and the extent of any injuries were not immediately available. The contractor’s name and the permit status were not provided.
Authorities have not yet released information on potential charges beyond the initial arrest. The investigation is ongoing.
Story summarized from the original created by Sophia Fanning on www.wfla.com, see more information here.
