A Hudson man initially arrested in connection with a fatal hit-and-run crash involving a bicyclist is now facing an upgraded charge of second-degree murder.
According to a probable cause affidavit filed by the Florida Highway Patrol, Logan Richard Pineda, 24, has been charged with second-degree murder in the death of Tanya Peace, 51, of Hudson.
The crash occurred on February 19, 2026, at approximately 8:56 p.m. on Parkwood Street south of Bert Street in Pasco County. Investigators said Pineda was driving a white 2022 Tesla southbound on Parkwood Street when he approached Peace, who was riding a pink bicycle southbound in front of him.
The affidavit states Pineda accelerated to get closer to the bicyclist and drove onto the west grass shoulder to pass her. As he did so, investigators allege he reached out of the driver’s side window and grabbed or shoved Peace with his left hand or arm. The bicycle then collided with the left side of the Tesla, causing Peace to fall from the bicycle.
Investigators reported that the Tesla then accelerated away from the scene at 70 mph without stopping to render aid. Peace was transported to HCA Bayonet Point Hospital, where she later died from her injuries at 9:53 p.m.
According to the affidavit, video captured from the Tesla showed the vehicle accelerating rapidly to approach the bicyclist, driving onto the shoulder to pull alongside her, and making contact. The video also allegedly shows the driver inspecting the vehicle’s side for damage before arriving home. Investigators stated the damage to the left side of the Tesla was consistent with the video evidence.
Pineda later returned to the scene and provided written and verbal consent for investigators to search the vehicle and collect electronic data. During a post-Miranda interview, he identified himself as the driver. He told investigators he became angry after the bicyclist cut him off and made a U-turn to confront her. He admitted seeing her fall but said he did not stop and instead returned home. He did not call 911 or render assistance.
The affidavit concludes that Pineda intentionally struck or collided with the bicyclist and left the scene without regard for human life, resulting in Peace’s death.
On February 21, 2026, the probable cause affidavit charging Pineda with second-degree murder was delivered to the Pasco County Jail. He remains in custody at the Pasco County Detention Center with no bond listed.