Jacksonville, FL (April 13, 2021) - A man is dead following a motorcycle crash on Monday afternoon in Jacksonville. The crash happened around 6:00 p.m. at the intersection of E-Town Parkway and State Road 9B.
According to the Jacksonville Sheriff's Office, the motorcyclist was traveling eastbound on E-Town Parkway when he collided with another vehicle. Details regarding the crash are unknown at this time. The motorcycle rider died at the accident scene. The JSO is currently investigating the crash and has not released the identity of the victim. It is unclear if any other injuries were reported.
Anyone with information is asked to contact the JSO or Crime Stoppers. No additional details are available at this time.
Motorcycle accidents in Florida are, unfortunately, quite common. Each year, there are about 10,000 reported motorcycle crashes in our state. Approximately 8,000 people are hurt in these accidents and more than 500 are killed. The ratio of deaths and injuries to crashes is much higher with motorcycles compared to collisions involving passenger vehicles and more traditional vehicles.
We wish to extend our thoughts and condolences to the family of the victim who was killed in this tragic Jacksonville motorcycle crash.
Rubenstein Law is dedicated to serving individuals and 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 or personal injury that are 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 for the tragic loss of life occurring across our state every day.
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