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Two young men killed while pushing car out of traffic on I-295

Two young men killed in crash on I-295

Jacksonville, Fl — A tragic series of events and two families are mourning the loss of life. Two men, ages 19 and 21, were killed while attempting to push a car out of traffic on the West Beltway north of Wilson.

It happened around 2am Sunday after the car had broken down. FHP says a Good Samaritan stopped to help the men when they were hit by the car. The driver who hit them stayed on scene.

Troopers say another vehicle may have been involved, an investigation continues.

Rich Jones

Rich Jones

Rich Jones is the Host of Jacksonville’s Morning News. Rich joined WOKV in October 2006. Rich is involved in many community organizations and causes. Rich and his wife, Noelle, have three children: Avery, Harper and Austen.