Inverness awoke to tragedy on November 27, 2025, when 28-year-old Craig Quacc lost his life in a violent two-vehicle crash at the intersection of South Apopka Avenue and East Harvard Street. The Citrus County Sheriff’s Office reported the incident unfolded around 2:30 a.m., as Craig was driving westbound on East Harvard Street in a pickup truck.
Craig failed to stop at the stop sign, according to investigators, causing his vehicle to cross into the path of an oncoming sedan traveling south on South Apopka Avenue.
The collision was severe, with both vehicles sustaining heavy damage and debris scattered across the roadway. First responders from Citrus County EMS and the Inverness Fire Department arrived within minutes to a chaotic scene.
He was found unresponsive inside his truck and pronounced dead at the scene despite immediate life-saving efforts. The driver of the sedan, a 35-year-old local woman, suffered serious injuries and was airlifted to HCA Florida Citrus Hospital in Inverness. She remains in stable condition as of Thursday. The intersection was closed for several hours while deputies reconstructed the crash.
Craig Quacc grew up in the close-knit neighborhoods of Citrus County, where family barbecues and local fishing spots shaped his outgoing personality from a young age. He worked as a construction laborer, known among colleagues for his strong work ethic and ability to keep spirits high on long job sites. These early years built a man whose reliability made him a go-to friend for anyone needing a hand.
In his personal life, Craig balanced shifts with simple joys like boating on the Withlacoochee River and grilling with family on weekends. He was an avid outdoorsman who volunteered at community cleanups, always ready with a joke to lighten the mood. His hobbies reflected a love for Florida’s natural beauty and the connections it fostered.
Family was Craig’s anchor, where he cherished his role as son and brother, creating memories through shared holidays and casual drives along the Gulf Coast. Though his time ended abruptly, Craig Quacc’s legacy of warmth inspires Inverness to hold loved ones close and drive safely.
Memorial arrangements are forthcoming through local services, inviting all to honor the young man whose spirit lingers in Citrus County’s sunny skies.
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