Two Hurt, One Killed in Fiery Crash in Orlando

Orlando, FL (May 07, 2026) – A 26-year-old man lost his life following a fiery single-vehicle crash on State Road 417 near Curry Ford Road on Tuesday that also left two passengers seriously injured.

According to reports from WESH, the collision occurred when the driver of a Tesla reportedly lost control and crashed into a guardrail along SR 417. The impact caused the vehicle to burst into flames, prompting an emergency response to the scene.

Authorities stated that a female passenger and a male passenger sustained serious injuries in the crash. Emergency medical personnel provided treatment at the scene before transporting the injured victims to a nearby hospital for additional care. The 26-year-old driver was pronounced dead at the scene due to injuries sustained in the collision.

Investigators said preliminary findings indicate the driver was not wearing a seatbelt at the time of the crash. Officials also suspect that excessive speed may have been a contributing factor leading up to the incident.

Emergency crews remained along the roadway for an extended period while fire personnel extinguished the blaze and investigators worked to document the scene and remove the damaged vehicle. Traffic in the area experienced delays as authorities conducted their investigation and cleared debris from the highway.

The crash remains under active investigation as officials continue reviewing the circumstances surrounding the fatal incident.

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