Motorist injured by I-75 plane crash; Company releases statement regarding current condition

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Crews on scene tending to debris from plane crash on I-75 (CREDIT: WINK)

A survivor of the Friday afternoon plane crash has released a statement.

The Florida Highway Patrol reported two vehicles traveling south were damaged during the crash.

A Naples man driving a 2015 Chevrolet Silverado was identified was reported with minor injuries according to FHP.

According to FHP, the man was traveling between job sites while working for Englewood construction company, JJB South.

The company has provided a statement to WINK News at this time:

JJB South is unbelievably thankful that our employee walked away from this horrific accident with minor injuries. Right now, he’s recovering with family.

We remain in supportive communication with him and out of respect for him and his family we are asking the public to allow the family to have time alone to celebrate his life. JJB South is praying for the families that lost their loved ones in this accident.

The driver was transported to a local hospital after the crash for treatment.

The Collier County Sheriff’s Office has confirmed two deaths involved in the plane crash.

According to the Naples Airport’s Communications Director, three passengers survived the crash.

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