Daytona Beach Shores, FL
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Jun 01, 2026
) -
Authorities said a truck crashed into a beach ramp toll booth on Dunlawton Avenue in Daytona Beach Shores just after 12:30 p.m. Monday, leading to the death of toll worker Tammie Jo Baker.
Investigators said the vehicle struck the booth and then continued along the ramp before entering the water. The crash happened in the Daytona Beach Shores area of Volusia County, where law enforcement later announced the arrest of a 36-year-old woman on warrants for vehicular homicide and DUI manslaughter.
Baker was identified in local reports as the toll worker who was killed. Officials have not released additional public details in the structured information provided here about her age or whether anyone else was hurt.
The case remains an important investigation, and authorities have not publicly outlined every circumstance that led up to the collision. In serious crashes like this one, families and others affected often wait on agency updates, charging documents, and the official crash report to better understand the timeline and evidence.
Those trying to sort through the aftermath may want to preserve any records connected to the incident, including insurance correspondence, medical documentation, photographs, and witness information. For families facing difficult questions after a fatal crash in Daytona Beach Shores, it can also help to speak with a local law firm before making major decisions.
We are saddened for the family of Tammie Jo Baker and everyone affected by this fatal crash in Daytona Beach Shores. In the days after a deadly collision, families often need clear information about the crash report, insurance communications, vehicle evidence, and other records that may become important. If you are facing questions after this Dunlawton Avenue wreck, speaking with a car accident lawyer in Daytona Beach Shores may help you better understand your options while the investigation continues.
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