Bradenton, FL - James Smith Killed in Motorcycle Crash Near 7-Eleven Gas Station
A 20-year-old motorcyclist was killed in a crash that took place in Bradenton on Thursday, January 2nd. The crash happened around 9:30 p.m. in the 6800 block of Whitfield Avenue. Troopers with the Florida Highway Patrol, say that James Smith was on his Yamaha motorcycle attempting to make a right turn into a 7-Eleven. At the same time, a 2019 Chevy Camaro was traveling eastbound on Whitfield and attempting to turn left into the gas station. The Camaro made a turn in front of Smith's motorcycle, causing a collision between the two vehicles. Smith was ejected from the bike. Rescue workers transported him to Manatee Memorial Hospital where he later died from his injuries. The other driver has not been identified and there is no word on whether any other injuries were sustained. Read more