Three people were killed after a semi-truck driver made an illegal U-turn on the Florida Turnpike, leading to a deadly collision. Authorities identified the driver as Harjinder Singh, who has been living in the United States illegally since 2018. He has been arrested for vehicular homicide.
A video shared online shows Singh turning abruptly at a restricted “Official Use Only” turnaround on the highway. The footage, recorded from inside the semi-truck cab, captures the moment his vehicle collided with another car, causing the fatal crash.
“This individual is an illegal immigrant who was granted a commercial driver’s license by the State of California — and now, three innocent people are dead,” a statement from the White House Rapid Response said. The announcement confirmed Singh’s arrest, noting that he faces both state and federal charges. Officials also confirmed that an ICE detainer has been issued.
Florida Highway Patrol Executive Director Dave Kerner condemned Singh’s actions. “The actions taken by the Defendant while operating a commercial tractor-trailer are both shocking and criminal,” Kerner said.
He added, “Three people lost their lives as a result of his recklessness, and countless friends and family members will experience the pain of their loss forever. Harjinder Singh is in custody on state vehicular homicide charges and immigration violations. He will no longer be able to damage and destroy the lives of Floridians and visitors. At the conclusion of his state charges, he will be deported. The Florida Highway Patrol remains committed to enforcing both state and federal law to ensure that people that are a danger to others face justice behind bars.”
Officials said the case demonstrates their determination to hold reckless drivers accountable under state and federal law.
