Pinellas Park Police Investigating Fatal Crash Involving a Motorcyclist

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The Pinellas Park Police Department is investigating a fatal crash involving a vehicle and a motorcycle at the intersection of 66th Street North and 94th Avenue North. The crash occurred at approximately 11:30 a.m. on Wednesday, April 29, 2026.

According to investigators, a white 2017 Volkswagen SUV was traveling southbound on 66th Street North in the left-turn lane, preparing to turn east onto 94th Avenue North. At the same time, a green 2021 motorcycle was traveling northbound on 66th Street North approaching the intersection.

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Authorities say the Volkswagen turned left in front of the motorcycle, causing the motorcycle to collide with the SUV’s front passenger side.

The motorcyclist was transported to a local trauma center, where the rider later died from injuries sustained in the crash.

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Police said neither speed nor impairment appears to be a factor. The driver of the Volkswagen was issued a citation.

Northbound lanes of 66th Street North at 94th Avenue North were closed for several hours following the crash.

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