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GAINESVILLE, FL – The Florida Highway Patrol has released details of a deadly motorcycle crash that occurred in Alachua County on Wednesday morning, the Gainesville Sun reports.
State troopers responded to the scene on State Road 24/Archer Road west of Gainesville at about 10:32 a.m. The FHP said a motorcyclist and the driver of a car were both attempting to pass other traffic when they collided. The motorcycle then went off the roadway and crashed into a utility pole.
The motorcycle rider, a 40-year-old man from Bronson, was pronounced dead after being transported to UF Health Shands Hospital.
The driver of the car, a 47-year-old Archer woman, was not injured in the crash.
At Whittel & Melton, our experienced Alachua County motorcycle accident attorneys are here to help injured riders and their families understand their legal options and how to proceed after a devastating motorcycle accident. We offer completely free and confidential case evaluations so that you can fully understand what to expect from your motorcycle accident claim. Contact Whittel & Melton today at 866-608-5529 to get started.