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FHP: Motorcyclist dead after crashing into sedan on St. Johns Bluff Road South

Florida Highway Patrol says the motorcyclist was a 42-year-old Jacksonville man.

Author: First Coast News (On Your Side)

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — A 42-year-old motorcyclist died Tuesday after crashing into a sedan on St. Johns Bluff Road South in Jacksonville during the morning commute, according to Florida Highway Patrol.

At 5:35 a.m., FHP's crash report states the motorcyclist, who was a Jacksonville man, was traveling northbound on the road in the left lane at the Interstate 295 southbound on-ramp.

The report then says a sedan, which was driven by a 61-year-old Winter Park man, attempted a left turn onto I-295, entering the path of the motorcycle, as the front of the motorcycle collided with the passenger's side of the sedan.

After the collision, the sedan came to a final rest on the shoulder against a pedestrian crossing traffic signal, according to FHP, while the motorcycle came to a final rest in the northbound lanes of St. Johns Bluff Road South.

Troopers say the Jacksonville man was pronounced dead at the scene by members of the Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department; the Winter Park man suffered minor injuries in the crash, the report states.

The crash caused hours-long closures in the area.

Credit: Florida Department of Transportation

My name is Ella Burdette. I lost my son, Freddy Paul Burdette, Tuesday, November 5th, 2024, at 5:30 a.m. in a tragic motorcycle accident on his way to work. Unfortunately, he was the one that helped me financially and physically. My family and I were not prepared to lose Freddy Paul so soon. I am in need of help to pay for his memorial, cremation, and urn. I miss him so much, and I know from the calls I have received from friends that they miss him as well. I just want to be able to have my son cremated like he wanted to be.

Prayers and Donations are welcomed, Thank you to each and every one of you.