Orlando, FL (April 26, 2019) - A 23-year-old man died on Friday, April 26th, after being struck by a dump truck while riding his motorcycle. The crash took place around 6:00 a.m. at the intersection of Orange Blossom Trail and Kaley Avenue.
According to the Florida Highway Patrol, Kevin Montalvo Lopez was riding along Orange Blossom Trail when he was hit by a dump truck that was attempting to make a left turn onto Kaley Avenue. Montalvo was rushed to the hospital with critical injuries and was later pronounced dead. The driver of the truck fled the scene but was tracked down by a Good Samaritan, who led him back to the scene. The driver is now cooperating with authorities.
Charges are pending against the truck driver at this time.
Our condolences go out to the family of Kevin Montalvo Lopez in this tragic Orlando crash.
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