Okeechobee, FL (August 13, 2018) – A Reservation Road motorcycle crash took two lives in Okeechobee this past weekend. Two people died due to their severe injuries following the crash that happened around 2:52 p.m. on Saturday.
The Florida Highway Patrol said that six motorcycles were traveling together as a group on County Road 721. They started to negotiate a left curve, which is when four of the motorcycles went off the roadway to the west and entered into a ditch. All riders were ejected from their motorcycles.
Many of those involved in the accident sustained minor injuries, but two lost their lives. One of the deceased was a passenger, who was identified as Nicole Hobin of Fort Lauderdale. The other person who died was identified as Timothy Purvis, 65. He was taken to the hospital but pronounced dead while there.
One individual was charged with DUI manslaughter. The accident investigation continues.
You might be surprised to find that only 3% of registered motor vehicles on our roads are motorcycles, but that many of the fatalities that happen every year stem from these accidents. Motorcycle riders are actually the most likely individuals to die in a crash. We want to extend our condolences if you have lost a loved one in one of these serious accidents.
We work for you every step of the way at Rubenstein Law, keeping you updated so you can make the most informed decisions about your case. We will advise you of your rights during this time as we help you understand your options. Call us today at 1-800-FL-LEGAL.
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