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Motorcyclist killed after rear-ending semi truck on Ulmerton Road in Largo

Officers from the Largo Police Department are investigating a fatal crash involving a motorcyclist. The crash occurred at approximately 7:20 p.m. on Tuesday, June 28, 2022.

Callers to 911 reported a crash occurred between a semi truck and a motorcycle at Tall Pines Drive and Ulmerton Road.

Based on preliminary information, the westbound semi truck was making a right turn onto Tall Pines Dr from Ulmerton Rd when the motorcycle rear ended the truck. The motorcyclist and motorcycle became entrapped under the semi truck.

Paramedics responded from Largo Fire Rescue. The motorcyclist died at the scene. The driver of the semi truck was not injured, nor did he exhibit any signs of
intoxication, according to investigators.

The Largo Police Department’s Traffic Safety Unit responded to the scene and is conducting the investigation.


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