CITRUS COUNTY, FL – The Florida Highway Patrol responded to a fatal collision involving a motorcycle and an SUV in Citrus County recently.
According to WTVT, the crash happened March 3 on US-19 near Cardinal Street shortly after 12:30 p.m.
An investigation by the FHP determined that a 70-year-old Lecanto man was driving a Kia Sorento when he exited onto US-19 from a private driveway. The SUV entered the path of a Suzuki motorcycle headed north on the roadway.
The motorcycle struck the left side of the Kia and the motorcycle rider, a 30-year-old woman from Holiday, died after being taken to an area hospital. The Kia driver was not injured.
At Whittel & Melton, our Citrus County Motorcycle Accident Attorneys can help injured persons from motorcycle crashes that happen due to another person’s negligence. If you were the victim of a motorcycle accident, we can manage all aspects of your case to help you seek compensation while you focus on your health and recovery. Contact us today at 866-608-5529 to schedule a free consultation with our experienced legal team.