Lehigh Acres, FL (May 17, 2020) - A 17-year-old is dead following a motorcycle crash in Lehigh Acres on Saturday, May 16th. The crash was reported on Arthur Avenue near the intersection with Connecticut Road.
Police say that the teen was riding his motorcycle westbound on Arthur Avenue near the intersection. At the same time, a 25-year-old man was driving an SUV eastbound on Arthur, also approaching the intersection. As the SUV attempted to make a left turn onto Connecticut, it collided with the oncoming motorcycle. The 17-year-old was struck by the vehicle and died as a result of his injuries. His identity has not been released at this time. There is no word on whether anyone else was hurt in the crash.
An investigation is ongoing at this time and no further details are available.
Approximately 10,000 motorcycle accidents will take place in Florida every year. Of this number, about 500 motorcyclists will lose their lives. Riding a motorcycle can be an enjoyable thing for many but it is not without serious risks. When a Florida motorcycle accident occurs the injuries are often severe and devastating and can require many weeks or months of medical treatment along with costly bills in the best case.
We extend our thoughts and condolences to the family who lost their loved one in this Lehigh Acres motorcycle crash.
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