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ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. - A motorcyclist was killed in a five-vehicle crash Monday night on Florida's Turnpike in the Orange County area, troopers say.
What we know:
Troopers with the Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) say the deadly crash took place around 8:28 p.m. Monday on Florida's Turnpike northbound at Mile Marker 257 in the Orange County area.
The crash involved a motorcycle, a tow truck and three other vehicles.
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Officials say a motorcyclist was traveling northbound on the turnpike in the inside center lane, while a tow truck was traveling northbound on the turnpike in the center outside lane. The tow truck changed lanes to the inside center lane, causing the motorcyclist to lose control of his bike and travel into the inside lane.
Meanwhile, a Honda Civic, a Mercedes van and a Dodge Challenger were traveling northbound on the turnpike in the inside lane. The three cars were unable to stop in time, causing the Honda and the Mercedes to hit the rider, while the Dodge collided with debris from the crash.
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The 30-year-old motorcyclist from Longwood died at the scene of the crash, troopers said. No others were injured during the incident, and all the vehicle drivers remained on scene.
What's next:
The crash investigation remains active and ongoing.
The Source: This story was written based on information shared by the Florida Highway Patrol (FHP).