56 year-old man dies in fatal motorcycle crash

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56 year-old man dies in fatal motorcycle crash

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March 25, 2025

By The Space Coast Rocket

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Troopers are on-scene of a fatal crash that occurred at approximately 6:25 A.M.

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The crash occurred on U.S. 1 north of 1st Street in Grant Valkaria, Brevard County.

Preliminary evidence shows the crash involves a 2001 Ford Ranger with trailer and a 2021 Indian Motorcycle.

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The motorcycle rider (56-year-old male from Vero Beach) was transported to an area hospital and pronounced deceased.

The Ford Driver (68-year-old male from Malabar) was transported to Holmes Regional Medical Center with non-life-threatening injuries.

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There is currently roadblock on the northbound lanes of U.S. 1 north of 1st Street. This crash remains under investigation.

Media Release will be provided once further information is obtained.

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