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Person fleeing immigration agents in Florida fatally struck by vehicle, officials say
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- A person fleeing from federal immigration agents in St. Augustine, Florida, was struck and killed by a tractor trailer around 6:40 a.m. Tuesday, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
- The incident occurred during an encounter with Homeland Security Investigations and Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents, involving four occupants who fled a vehicle.
- One individual ran across State Road 16 into the path of the tractor trailer and died at the scene despite the driver's attempt to render aid.
- The deceased is reported to be a man, but his immigration status, nationality, and the reason for the federal agents' encounter remain unknown.
- The Florida Highway Patrol is investigating, with assistance from the St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office for traffic control, and the Department of Homeland Security has been contacted for comment.
