From Staff Reports
In Summary:
A motorcycle crash involving a deer and an SUV claimed the life of a 57-year-old Orlando man Wednesday night in Orange County. FHP said the rider struck a deer on Lake Pickett Road and was thrown into the path of a Tesla traveling behind him. He died at a hospital, while the Tesla’s driver was uninjured and remained at the scene.
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A 57-year-old Orlando man died Wednesday night after his motorcycle struck a deer on Lake Pickett Road, throwing him into the path of an SUV, according to the Florida Highway Patrol. The crash occurred at 9:14 p.m. near Tanner Road in Orange County.
Troopers said the man was riding a 2016 Harley-Davidson Street Glide west on Lake Pickett Road, approaching Tanner Road. A 53-year-old Orlando woman was driving a 2025 Tesla Model Y behind him.
A deer crossed into the motorcycle’s path, and the motorcycle's front struck the animal, according to FHP. The impact threw the rider into the path of the Tesla, whose front left side struck him.
The motorcyclist was transported to AdventHealth Waterford Lakes, where he was pronounced dead. According to the report, he was not wearing a helmet, and his next of kin was notified.
The Tesla driver was wearing a seat belt and was uninjured. She remained at the scene, and the crash remains under investigation.
Key Points:
- The crash occurred at 9:14 p.m. Oct. 21 on Lake Pickett Road near Tanner Road.
- A 57-year-old Orlando man was riding a Harley-Davidson west when a deer crossed into his path.
- The motorcycle struck the deer, throwing the rider into the path of a Tesla Model Y, which struck him.
- The rider, who was not wearing a helmet, was pronounced dead at AdventHealth Waterford Lakes.
- The Tesla’s driver, a 53-year-old Orlando woman, was uninjured; FHP continues to investigate.
