BREVARD COUNTY, FLORIDA – A 19-year-old man from Dunnellon was killed early Sunday morning in a motorcycle crash on U.S. Highway 1, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Troopers said the fatal crash occurred at approximately 3:52 a.m. near the intersection of Puma Valley Way.
Investigators reported that the man was riding a Suzuki RX1000 southbound in the inside lane of U.S. Highway 1 when he lost control of the motorcycle.
According to the Florida Highway Patrol, the rider was traveling above the posted speed limit and failed to negotiate a left-hand curve.
The motorcycle left the roadway and struck a utility pole.
The 19-year-old was pronounced dead at the scene.
His name has not yet been released, pending notification of next of kin.
The crash remains under investigation.
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