Volusia County, FL (March 13, 2020) - The Florida Highway Patrol responded to a deadly crash on US 1 near State Road 5 on Friday, March 13th. The crash took place around 12:00 p.m.
According to reports, the crash involved a motorcycle and a Kia Sorrento. The motorcycle was driven by an unidentified 60-year-old man and was traveling behind the Sorrento. As the motorcycle approached the Sorrento, the bike collided with the back of the car. The crash ejected the motorcyclist. He was taken to a local hospital where he later died. The Sorrento driver was not injured in the crash.
There is no further information at this time.
Our condolences go out to the family of the man who was killed in this Volusia County crash.
Motorcycles are among the most dangerous types of vehicles in Florida. Each year, there are a total of about 10,000 motorcycle crashes in our state. Of this number, about 500 will be fatal while more than 8,000 injuries will also be reported. The rate of death and serious injury for motorcycle crashes far exceeds crashes involving other vehicles.
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