Venice, FL (December 13, 2019) - A motorcyclist sustained critical injuries in a crash that took place in Venice on Friday, December 13th. The crash occurred on South Tamiami Trail.
According to reports, 50-year-old William Johnson pulled out of a parking lot turning left onto South Tamiami. Johnson pulled in front of a motorcycle that was traveling eastbound and the two vehicles collided. Police say that the motorcyclist, 73-year-old Richard Higgins of Englewood, was rushed to Sarasota Memorial Hospital with injuries that are believed to be non-life-threatening. Johnson was issued a citation for failing to yield the right of way.
There is no further information available at this time.
We hope that Richard Higgins makes a full and complete recovery from his injuries.
Motorcycles are enjoyed by many across our state as a hobby or as a primary method of transportation. While riding a motorcycle can bring good times, it can also bring tragedy when a motorcyclist is involved in a crash. Because of the relative lack of protection offered by motorcycles, it is unfortunately common to see serious injuries and deaths when a motorcycle accident takes place.
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