PCSO is investigating a fatal pedestrian crash that blocked the eastbound lanes of SR 60 in Mulberry

The Polk County Sheriff’s Office is currently investigating a fatal pedestrian-involved crash that has resulted in the closure of all eastbound lanes of SR 60 between Willow Oak Road and Pine Grove Road until further notice. The first 911 call came in at approximately 10:08 p.m. and multiple Polk County Fire Department units, including an ambulance and fire truck, responded to the scene.

The driver who hit the pedestrian remained on scene to assist the pedestrian.

Please use alternative routes.

We will update as more information becomes available.