Orlando, FL (June 26, 2018) – In Orlando, a motorcycle head-on collision led to the death of one person. A 24-year-old man was hit and killed on Oakridge Road and Texas Avenue.
The crash took place around 4:15 p.m. on Saturday. Troopers claimed that a driver in a Chevy was traveling eastbound on Oakridge Road when the accident took place. The 26-year-old female driver attempted to turn left onto Texas Avenue, right into the path of the motorcyclist.
The motorcyclist ran into the right side of the Chevy. The motorcyclist was identified as 24-year-old Carlos Zapata. He was immediately transported to the Orlando Regional Medical Center for treatment. However, he died due to his injuries while he was there.
The Florida Highway Patrol is still investigating the accident.
Motorcycle riders are some of the most likely riders on our roadways to die in an accident. Florida actually has the most motorcycle crash fatalities in the whole nation. Motorcyclists account for 20% of motor vehicle fatalities in Florida even though only 3% of registered vehicles are motorcycles.
If you have lost a loved one in a motorcycle accident, you might wonder where to turn. We offer our most sincere condolences during this time. The team at Rubenstein Law is here for you. With decades of experience and resources on our side, we want to help. Call us today.
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