Pasco County, FL (January 9, 2020) - Authorities have identified the motorcyclist who was killed in a crash that took place in Holiday on Tuesday, January 7th. The crash took place around 11:10 a.m. at the intersection of US 19 and Darlington Road.
Police reports indicate that 76-year-old Henry Strachel of Holiday was riding his motorcycle westbound on US 19. At the same time, 33-year-old Earline V. Terry was driving a 2007 Saturn Vue eastbound. Terry attempted to turn left onto US 19 but turned into the path of Strachel's bike. The two vehicles collided. Strachel was taken to a local hospital where he succumbed to his injuries. Terry suffered minor injuries but was not transported.
The Florida Highway Patrol is investigating the crash. Charges are pending against Terry at this time.
Our thoughts are with the family of Henry Strachel during this difficult time.
Approximately 3,500 people will lose their lives in car accidents across our state this year. Sadly, many of these will be the victims of negligent drivers who were simply in the wrong place at the wrong time. Florida's wrongful death laws can cover a situation where you have lost a loved one as a result of the negligence of another motorist.
Rubenstein Law is dedicated to serving individuals & families injured by the negligence of others. We know first-hand the heartbreak that can be left behind after an accident. In our news blog, we write about cases of personal injury relevant to our line of work, and we report on news of judgments and appellate cases that affect the rights of personal injury claimants. We feel a responsibility to raise awareness of the injury and tragic loss of life occurring across our state every day.
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