A Hillsborough County sheriff’s deputy was killed Thursday in a crash in Thonotosassa, authorities said. The crash happened shortly before 8 a.m. on U.S. 301 south of McIntosh Road when the deputy, who was driving a Ford F-150, collided with a flatbed tractor-trailer, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

A Hillsborough County deputy was killed in a crash on US-301 in Thonotosassa on Thursday. US-301 is shut down in both directions due to the crash. The road is closed south of McIntosh Road, which is south of Hillsborough River State Park,

“Our hearts break for the family, friends, and loved ones of Deputy Brown as they navigate this incomprehensible loss … Deputy Brown was more than just a colleague; he was a friend, a mentor, and a source of inspiration to many. His genuine warmth, commitment, and compassionate spirit left a lasting impact on everyone fortunate enough to know him.”