Ocala, FL (October 9, 2020) - A motorcyclist was killed in a crash that took place on State Road 40 in Ocala. The accident happened around 6:45 a.m. on Friday, October 9th.

The Marion County Fire Rescue was among the first agencies to arrive at the scene. According to Spokesman James Lucas, a dump truck was traveling westbound but had stopped along the northbound shoulder to make a U-Turn. As the driver of the dump truck pulled across the median, he drove directly into the path of an oncoming motorcycle. The two vehicles collided, causing the motorcycle to slide underneath the dump truck before coming to rest. The motorcyclist was pronounced dead at the scene and the truck driver was not hurt. Neither driver involved has been identified at this time, although troopers did say that the motorcyclist was a 45-year-old man from Dunnellon.

There is no word on whether the driver of the dump truck faces any charges at this time. No additional details are available.

When you or a loved one have been involved in a Florida motorcycle accident, you have no doubt been seriously affected by the crash. Motorcycles can be very dangerous and deadly and riders often face serious injuries or death when they are involved in a motorcycle collision. Each year, approximately 500 people will lose their lives due to motorcycle accidents throughout our state.

We extend our most sincere sympathies to the victim's family following this Ocala motorcycle crash.

Rubenstein Law is dedicated to serving individuals & families injured by the negligence of others. We know first-hand the heartbreak that can be left behind after an accident. In our news blog, we write about cases of personal injury relevant to our line of work, and we report on news of judgments and appellate cases that affect the rights of personal injury claimants. We feel a responsibility to raise awareness of the injury and tragic loss of life occurring across our state every day.

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