Driver dies after slick roads cause him to crash into oncoming vehicle on SR-82

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A man died Wednesday night after crashing into a truck when he lost control on SR-82 in Fort Myers.

According to Fort Myers Police Department, Douglas Charles Martin, 53, was traveling west on SR-82 near the intersection of Lightard Knott Lane when he crossed over into the eastbound lane and slammed into an oncoming F-350 King Cab Truck.

Investigators determined that rainy weather conditions contributed to the crash.

Martin was transported to Lee Memorial Hospital where he died from his injuries.

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