Steven B. Lazzell, 52, dies when his motorcycle is struck head-on by car driven by Steven J. Maffia, 37, in Haines City, Florida
Modified Date:
Mon, 12/01/2014 - 8:04pmAccident Date:
Sunday, October 12, 2014Motorcycle rider killed in head-on crash in Haines City
Maffia was taken to Heart of Florida Hospital with minor injuries.
Man arrested in crash that killed motorcyclist
According to Polk County deputies, FDLE blood analysis revealed Steven Maffia had a blood alcohol content of .145 when he caused a fatal crash on October 12, 2014.
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A motorcycle rider was killed Sunday night in a head-on collision with a car that was passing another vehicle, authorities said. Around 5:40 p.m, Steven B. Lazzell was riding his motorcycle east on Johnson Avenue near Kalogridis Road when a car driven by Steven J. Maffia was traveling west in the eastbound lane while passing another vehicle. The motorcycle and car hit head on, throwing Lazzell from his motorcycle and sending the car into a ditch. Lazzell was not wearing a helmet.
Type: Motorcycle Accident
People Involved:
Steven B. Lazzell
Steven J. Maffia
Roadway:
Johnson AvenueCity:
Haines City, FLCounty:
Polk County, FLArea:
Tampa-St. Petersburg, FL
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