A person standing on the emergency shoulder of Florida's Turnpike was hit and killed by another vehicle. The incident occurred on the southbound lanes at Southwest 216th Street. As a result, the southbound lanes have been closed.
The Florida Highway Patrol is involved in the incident. Further details are available from CBS News, including a report by Austin Carter. The incident has resulted in a closure, and more information can be found through additional reporting on the incident.
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