Orlando man walking across I-4 near Disney hit, killed by semi: troopers

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ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. - An Orlando man is dead after being struck by a semi-truck on Interstate 4 near Walt Disney World Tuesday morning, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

Troopers said the 62-year-old was walking eastbound on I-4 across the lanes at Apopka-Vineland Road when he entered the direct path of the semi.

He was pronounced dead on the scene.

The 52-year-old driver of the semi was not injured. 

The crash remains under investigation. All lanes have since reopened. 

Original Story:

Expect traffic delays on Interstate 4 in Orange County near Disney World following a deadly crash Tuesday.

The Florida Highway Patrol has blocked off a portion of I-4 westbound at SR-535 (Apopka-Vineland Road), where the crash occurred.

Alternate route

Drivers can get off on Kirkman Road – where troopers are having them exit the interstate – and use some of the interior roads, before hopping back onto I-4.

You can also take SR-417 as an alternate route. 

Troopers responded to this crash around 1 a.m. Tuesday. FOX 35 News is working to what led to the crash and the number of vehicles involved. 

At this time, it's unknown how long the area will be closed.

This is a developing story. Check back for updates.