Two people have died after a crash along SR-31 near Bermont Road.Florida Highway Patrol has shut down lanes in both directions along SR-31 between Bermont Road and the DeSoto County Line for the fatal two-vehicle crash.Troopers say a 22-year-old man was driving north in a Sedan along State Road 31 when he crossed over the centerline and entered the southbound lane and crashed with a 63-year-old woman.Both drivers died on the scene.Troopers say lane closures are expected to last for several hours.Count on Gulf Coast News to keep you updated.DOWNLOAD the free Gulf Coast News app for your latest news and alerts on breaking news, weather, sports, entertainment, and more on your phone or tablet. And check out the Very Local Gulf Coast app to stream news, entertainment and original programming on your TV.

CHARLOTTE COUNTY, Fla. —

Two people have died after a crash along SR-31 near Bermont Road.

Florida Highway Patrol has shut down lanes in both directions along SR-31 between Bermont Road and the DeSoto County Line for the fatal two-vehicle crash.

Troopers say a 22-year-old man was driving north in a Sedan along State Road 31 when he crossed over the centerline and entered the southbound lane and crashed with a 63-year-old woman.

Both drivers died on the scene.

Troopers say lane closures are expected to last for several hours.

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