All lanes now reopen after fatal crash temporarily closes Colonial Blvd.

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Fort Myers Police are investigating a fatal crash between a car and a semi-truck on Colonial Boulevard at the intersection of Winkler Avenue.

The crash happened Tuesday just after noon, causing Colonial Boulevard to be shut down in both directions for hours.

Just after 5 p.m., the road was fully reopened.

Shortly before, a tow truck was seen preparing to take away the semi involved in the wreck.

The car was seen in front of the tractor-trailer with heavy damage.

Sometime after 1 p.m., westbound lanes reopened, but the eastbound lanes remained closed at Winkler for hours after.

The investigation into the crash remains ongoing.

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