Two killed after box truck crashes with Mustang in Lutz

Two people died after a two-vehicle crash involving a box truck and a Ford Mustang on U.S. 41 in Lutz, Florida on Friday.

The crash took place at about 1:15 a.m. in the area of U.S. 41 and Crystal Lake Road, according to Florida Highway Patrol.

The box truck driver turned in front of the Mustang when making a U-Turn.

The Mustang then hit the truck and slide underneath its frame.

Both Mustang passengers, two men in their 30s from Land O’ Lakes, were pronounced dead at the scene.

Southbound lanes of the highway were closed for several hours as the investigation continued.