PASCO COUNTY, Fla. – A 21-year-old motorcyclist from New Port Richey was killed in a crash in Holiday on Saturday night.
The incident occurred around 10:25 p.m. at the intersection of SR-52 and Parkwood Street. According to the Florida Highway Patrol, a Mitsubishi Outlander driven by a 51-year-old Holiday man was traveling eastbound on SR-52 and turned left at the intersection, colliding with a westbound KTM motorcycle.
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The motorcyclist suffered fatal injuries at the scene. The driver of the Outlander sustained minor injuries, as did two 16-year-old passengers. A 48-year-old female passenger in the Outlander suffered serious injuries. All four occupants of the Outlander were transported to local hospitals for treatment.
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The Florida Highway Patrol is investigating the crash. It serves as a tragic reminder of the importance of caution and awareness at intersections, especially for motorcyclists who are more vulnerable in collisions.
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