HERNANDO COUNTY, Fla. – A two-vehicle crash on Spring Lake Highway Thursday afternoon claimed the life of a Brooksville man, according to a report from the Florida Highway Patrol (FHP).
The fatal incident occurred at approximately 1:45 PM on May 15, 2025, south of State Road 50.
Troopers say a 2025 Chevrolet Tahoe driven by a 39-year-old Crystal River man was traveling northbound on Spring Lake Highway. At the same time, a BMW motorcycle operated by a 66-year-old Brooksville man was heading southbound on the same road.
READ :Florida Death Row Inmate’s Last Words: “Trump, Keep Making America Great”
Investigators say the driver of the Chevy Tahoe attempted to make a left turn into a gas station parking lot. In doing so, the Tahoe entered the path of the oncoming motorcycle, resulting in a collision.
The motorcyclist sustained critical injuries and was transported to an area hospital, where he later died.
The driver of the Tahoe suffered minor injuries. A 36-year-old Crystal River woman who was a passenger in the Tahoe also sustained minor injuries.
Please make a small donation to the Tampa Free Press to help sustain independent journalism. Your contribution enables us to continue delivering high-quality, local, and national news coverage.
Connect with us: Follow the Tampa Free Press on Facebook and Twitter for breaking news and updates.
Sign up: Subscribe to our free newsletter for a curated selection of top stories delivered straight to your inbox.
