Gainesville, FL (April 30, 2020) - A 34-year-old man from Trenton was killed following a motorcycle crash near Gainesville on Wednesday, April 30th. The crash happened around 8:45 p.m.
Troopers with the Florida Highway Patrol were called to the scene on County Road 337. According to a report, the motorcyclist was riding westbound on CR 337 when he collided with a Kawasaki Mule ATV. The ATV was not illuminated at the time of the crash and the motorcycle collided with its left side. The motorcyclist, who has not been identified, was pronounced dead at the scene. The driver of the ATV, a 19-year-old from Trenton, was taken to the hospital with unknown injuries.
An investigation into the crash is ongoing at this time. Police have not said whether any charges are expected.
Florida experiences more than 10,000 motorcycle crashes each year and approximately 500 fatal accidents. The rate of death and injuries in motorcycle crashes is much greater than cars and other larger vehicles. Motorcycle riders face the dangers of the initial collision and also the risk of being thrown from their motorcycle following impact. Deadly injuries can happen during any part of a Florida motorcycle crash and riders should always use caution to protect themselves from the risks of these accidents.
Our condolences go out to the family who lost their loved one in this tragic Gainesville motorcycle accident.
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