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83-year-old killed in Melbourne crash on Wickham Road

Crash happened near Business Center Boulevard

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MELBOURNE, Fla. – An 83-year-old was killed in a crash early Monday on Wickham Road, according to the police department.

The crash happened around 6:40 a.m. near Business Center Boulevard.

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According to police, a BMW, driven by the 83-year-old, was traveling south on Wickham Road and turned left in front of a Mercedes SUV that was traveling north, violating the right of way.

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Police identified the driver who died as Frank Anthony Tantillo. The department did not specify the condition of the other driver, a 57-year-old Merritt Island resident.

Drugs and alcohol do not appear to be a factor in the crash.

An investigation is ongoing.


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