PALMETTO, Fla. – The Florida Highway Patrol is investigating a fatal crash blocking the exit from I-275 southbound to I-75 southbound in Manatee County.

FHP has not released further details about the crash Wednesday morning.

The Florida Highway Patrol is investigating a fatal crash on I-275 southbound near the I-75 interchange in Manatee County.

Motorists are detoured onto the northbound exit ramp. Those wishing to go south should exit US 41 early.

This is a developing story. Check back for updates.

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