Tampa Police responded to a traffic fatality in the 4500 block of Adamo Drive at approximately 11:56 a.m. on August 31, 2023.
A motorist driving a 2011 red Mitsubishi Outlander attempted to make a left hand turn onto Adamo Drive from N. 45th St.
The vehicle was struck by a Semi-truck that was traveling eastbound on Adamo Drive, causing the truck to veer off the roadway and into a nearby ditch.
Officers arrived on scene and located four occupants in the 2011 Mitsubishi. All four SUV passengers were transported to a local hospital where the adult female passenger was later pronounced deceased.
The driver of the SUV, an adult male, and an 8-year-old juvenile passenger are currently in critical condition with life threatening injuries. Another juvenile passenger is in stable condition.
At this time, roadways heading eastbound on Adamo Dr. are closed to traffic until further notice to allow for the investigation. An update will be provided once all roadways are cleared.
Officer Stefon Filer
Public Information Office
Tampa Police Department
Office: 813-276-3255