Motorcyclist Zachary Scott Kane, 44, killed, and driver Hannah Michele Patrick, 24, charged in three-vehicle collision at U.S. 41 and Morgan Road in Pasco County, Florida
FHP CHARGES DRIVER WITH DUI AFTER PASCO CRASH
Hannah Michele Patrick, 24, of Tampa, was charged with DUI-serious bodily injury, driving while license suspended-serious bodily injury, an improper U-turn and no proof of insurance, the FHP said
FHP: Driver charged with DUI in Pasco crash that killed motorcyclist
Officers say she did not yield, and turned into the path of the motorcyclist, 44-year-old Zachary Kane of Land O’ Lakes, who was headed south on Route 41.
Since motorcycle crashes often end in serious injuries, victims need immediate help
Motorcycle accidents are more likely to end in serious injuries or death for the motorcyclist, since the rider is not protected from the force of a collision. When a motorcycle accident happens, the injured rider needs immediate, appropriate medical care, the accident needs to be investigated, and the insurance companies need to be informed.
When a motorcycle crash is caused by negligence, additional steps need to be taken to protect the legal rights of the injured motorcyclist or the family members of someone killed in a motorcycle crash. Go here to learn more about motorcycle accidents and claims.
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