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2 November 2025

17-Year-Old Motorcyclist Killed in I-75 Collision with Tractor-Trailer

Wesley Chapel, FL – A 17-year-old male from Land O Lakes died in a collision on southbound Interstate 75 north of County Road 54, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

The incident occurred on October 30, 2025, at approximately 10:10 a.m.

The motorcyclist, operating a Kawasaki motorcycle in the outside lane, changed lanes and struck the passenger side of a tractor-trailer traveling in the center lane. The tractor-trailer was driven by a 65-year-old man from Crystal River.

The motorcyclist overturned and was struck by the undercarriage of the tractor-trailer. He suffered fatal injuries at the scene. Nothing further at this time.

Source: Florida Highway Patrol

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