Tampa, FL (April 4, 2020) - A bicyclist and a motorcyclist died when they collided with one another on Bayshore Boulevard in Tampa. The crash took place on Saturday, April 4th around 11:00 a.m.
According to a report from the scene, the bicyclist was attempting to cross a crosswalk near Rome Avenue when they were struck by a motorcycle that was traveling northbound on Bayshore. The bicyclist died at a local hospital after the crash while the motorcyclist died at the scene. Neither was identified by police. The bicyclist was in their 50s and the motorcyclist was in their 30s. There is no word on what caused the crash at this time.
No additional details are available.
Our condolences go out to the families of the deceased victims at this time.
Fatal accidents are a daily occurrence on Florida's roadways. Sadly, our state is one of the most dangerous in the country when it comes to traffic fatalities. Approximately eight fatal crashes are reported every day and more than 3,000 people lose their lives on average each year. Deadly collisions can take place at any time and when they are least expected. Police will continue to look into this incident in order to determine whether charges should be filed.
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