Motorcyclist Dies in St. Petersburg Hit-and-Run
A 65-year-old motorcyclist from Pinellas Park died in a hit-and-run crash in St. Petersburg early Sunday morning. The collision occurred around 1:10 a.m. at the intersection of Ninth Avenue North and Fourth Street North, involving a Mercedes SUV that fled…
Tampa St. Petersburg, FL, September 27, 2026 — A fatal hit-and-run collision occurred early Sunday morning in St. Petersburg, resulting in the death of a 65-year-old motorcyclist. The incident took place at approximately 1:10 a.m. at the intersection of Ninth Avenue North and Fourth Street North.
The motorcyclist, who resided in Pinellas Park, was involved in a crash with a Mercedes SUV. According to initial reports, the driver of the Mercedes SUV fled the scene following the collision. The Pinellas Park resident was pronounced deceased as a result of injuries sustained in the crash.
Authorities have not yet released the identity of the motorcyclist pending notification of next of kin. Details regarding the specific circumstances leading up to the crash, including the direction of travel for both vehicles, have not been fully disclosed. The driver and the Mercedes SUV involved in the incident remain at large.
The St. Petersburg Police Department is investigating the incident. Further information will be provided as the investigation progresses. The contractor’s name was not provided. The fine amount was not provided. The outcome of any potential inspection was not provided. The timeline for the investigation is ongoing.
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