MARION COUNTY, Fla. – A fatal crash Saturday morning on U.S. 441 in Marion County forced a shutdown near McIntosh, according to the sheriff’s office.

The crash occurred in the 22500 block of N Highway 441, forcing a northbound traffic closure, the Marion County Sheriff’s Office said before 11 a.m. on social media .

Drivers were urged to use caution and to follow the instructions of law enforcement officers directing traffic.

The Florida Highway Patrol is still said to be investigating the crash.

Nothing further had been shared or confirmed at the time of this report.

This is a developing story. Check back here for updates.

Note: This map depicts the general area of this crash and not necessarily an exact location.

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