Orange County, FL (February 14, 2020) - A motorcyclist was killed in a crash that took place on Colonial Drive near Avalon Boulevard in Orange County. The crash happened around 9:20 p.m. on Thursday, February 13th.
The Florida Highway Patrol was called to the scene. Troopers reported that the motorcycle was involved in a crash with another vehicle. The motorcyclist was rushed to the hospital where they were pronounced dead. The identity of the victim is not available at this time. No additional injuries were reported in the crash. At this time, it is unclear what caused the collision to take place. The westbound lanes of Colonial Drive were shut down while police and investigators worked at the scene.
No further information has been released.
Our condolences are extended to the family that lost their loved one in this Orange County crash.
About 500 motorcyclists lose their lives annually crashes on Florida's roadways. Approximately 8,000 more victims will suffer injuries in Florida motorcycle crashes. The rate of death and serious injuries in motorcycle crashes far exceed any other type of vehicle crash.
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