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HUDSON, FL – A motorcyclist was killed in an accident in Pasco County involving a suspected drunk driver, reports WFTS.
The collision occurred Sunday morning at the intersection of U.S. Highway 19 and Sea Ranch Drive at about 1:10 a.m. The Florida Highway Patrol’s investigation determined that the driver of a Chevrolet Impala was going north on U.S. 19 when she turned left at the intersection under a flashing yellow left turn signal.
The Impala entered the path of a southbound Kawasaki motorcycle, which crashed into the car and then caught fire. The motorcycle rider, a 21-year-old man from Inverness, died after being taken to an area hospital.
The driver of the Impala, identified as 25-year-old Melissa Lopez of Hudson, was arrested on charges of DUI manslaughter, DUI property damage, and driving with no driver license involving a death.
The FHP said Lopez’s blood alcohol content was measured at 0.144. She was booked into the Pasco County Jail.
When the death of a family member could have been avoided, and after investigation, it is determined that the death was brought about by the negligence of a individual, group of individuals or even a business or company, the Law Offices of Whittel & Melton will make all possible attempts to recover the highest and best amount of monetary damages to compensate for your loved one’s loss. Contact our compassionate Pasco County wrongful death attorneys to arrange a free consultation where we can review your case. Reach out online or by phone at 866-608-5529.