Leilanie Jessica Ortiz, 26, killed and Justin Battiest, 27, injured in collision involving two motorcycles on Courtney Campbell Causeway in Tampa, Florida
Modified Date:
Sat, 12/09/2017 - 2:35pmAccident Date:
Saturday, July 30, 2016Motorcyclist killed in crash on Courtney Campbell Causeway
According to a TPD report two motorcycles collided. One of the drivers was transported to St. Joseph’s Hospital where he was pronounced dead. The other driver was taken to Bayfront Medical Center where he is listed in critical condition.
Tampa police identify motorcyclists involved in fatal crash on Courtney Campbell Causeway
She had been working at the Cops 'n Kids program in Tarpon Springs, assisting with an after-school program. In her spare time, she liked to travel around the state, go geocaching and ride.
The family is raising money on GoFundMe for a memorial service, Chrisandra Ortiz said.
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Type: Motorcycle Accident
People Involved:
Leilanie Jessica Ortiz
Justin Battiest
Roadway:
Courtney Campbell CausewayCity:
Tampa, FLCounty:
Hillsborough County, FLArea:
Tampa-St. Petersburg, FL
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