26-year-old motorcyclist killed in South Daytona crash, police say
SANFORD Fla. - A 26-year-old motorcyclist was killed in a crash in South Daytona on Wednesday afternoon, according to police.
The crash happened shortly after 8 p.m. in the 2000 block of Magnolia Avenue.
The motorcyclist was identified as Luke Tyle Smith of DeLand.
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According to a police report, Smith was driving in "a careless manner" and lost control of his bike.
At some point, he was thrown off the bike and hit a tree, police said. He was pronounced dead on scene.
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The crash remains under investigation.
Anyone with any additional information about this crash is encouraged to contact the South Daytona Police Department at (386)-322-3030.