Hudson, FL (November 28, 2020) - A motorcyclist was killed in a crash that took place in Hudson on Friday, November 27th. The crash happened along U.S. 19 near Viva Via Drive.

According to the Florida Highway Patrol, 24-year-old Ashlee Jordan Grisanti was driving a sedan in the northbound lanes of U.S. 19 when she tried to make a left turn onto Viva Via. Grisanti's vehicle collided with a motorcycle that was traveling southbound on U.S. 19. The motorcyclist, a 38-year-old man from Spring Hill, was critically injured. He was taken to a hospital where he later died as a result of his injuries. The man has not been identified at this time.

After an investigation, police arrested and charged Grisanti with DUG manslaughter and DUI property damage. There were no other vehicles involved in the accident.

No additional details are available.

Impaired driving crashes greatly contribute to the death and injury tolls suffered in Florida car accidents. In 2018, there were 5,125 drunk driving accidents, and 350 reported fatalities as a result of those accidents. Impaired driving is one of the most dangerous and reckless behaviors in which motorists can engage. Drivers who choose to operate a vehicle under the influence are endangering not only themselves but everyone else on the roadway.

Our thoughts and condolences are with the family of the deceased motorcyclist following this fatal crash in Hudson. 

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