NewsFox 13 News (WTVT) — All NewsAugust 19, 2026Hillsborough
Family remembers 36-year-old Army veteran killed in Tarpon Springs industrial accident
Justin Wilt, a 36-year-old U.S. Army veteran and diesel mechanic, died following a mechanical accident at Suncoast Paving on August 10. First responders were called to the 800 Anclote Road facility following reports of an explosion, and Wilt passed away in a hospital a few days later.
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The incident resulted in the death of a local worker and has prompted a community-led fundraising effort that has collected over $12,000 for the victim's two children.
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personCheyenne Leigh White“Mother of Justin Wilt's children.”organizationSuncoast Paving“Asphalt company located at 800 Anclote Road where the accident occurred.”personJustin Wilt“36-year-old U.S. Army veteran and diesel mechanic who died following an industri”organizationTarpon Springs Fire Rescue“Responded to the scene of the accident following reports of an explosion.”personKayla Wilt“Sister of Justin Wilt.”