From the Florida Highway Patrol
In Summary:
Troopers with the Florida Highway Patrol are investigating a fatal two-vehicle crash in Pasco County that occurred around 4:09 p.m. Wednesday on US-19. According to the report, an 85-year-old Hudson woman driving a Nissan Altima attempted a U-turn at Beach Boulevard despite a red traffic signal, turning directly into the path of a southbound Yamaha motorcycle operated by a 27-year-old Port Richey man. The motorcycle struck the vehicle, and the rider was transported to a nearby hospital, where he later died from his injuries. FHP has not released the names of either driver, and the investigation remains ongoing.
Troopers from the Florida Highway Patrol responded to a two-vehicle collision yesterday in Pasco County that resulted in the death of a motorcyclist.
According to the FHP report, at approximately 4:09 p.m., a Nissan Altima, driven by an 85-year-old Hudson woman, was traveling northbound on US-19.
At the same time, a Yamaha motorcycle, operated by a 27-year-old Port Richey man, was traveling southbound on US-19.
At the intersection of Beach Boulevard, despite a red traffic signal, the first vehicle completed a U-turn into the path of the motorcycle and was struck by it.
Key Points
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An 85-year-old driver made a U-turn through a red light on US-19, leading to a collision with a southbound motorcycle.
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The 27-year-old Port Richey motorcyclist was taken to a hospital but died from injuries sustained in the crash.
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FHP has not released the names of those involved, and additional details may be updated as the investigation continues.
Transported to an area hospital, the motorcyclist later died from injuries suffered during the crash.
The FHP did not release the names of the motorcyclist or the other driver in the collision.
This is breaking news and may be updated if more details are known.
