Jacksonville, FL (October 4, 2024) – A tragic accident occurred Thursday night on Beach Boulevard, resulting in the deaths of two motorcyclists and injuries to others. The crash took place at approximately 7:25 p.m. at the intersection with Washburn Road, prompting a swift response from the Jacksonville Fire & Rescue Department.
According to the Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) crash report, a Nissan Frontier was traveling eastbound on Beach Boulevard when it initiated a left turn into the path of two motorcycles—a black Honda CBR and a black Suzuki—traveling westbound. This maneuver led to a collision between the motorcycles and the pickup truck.
The two motorcyclists, both 25-year-old men, were pronounced dead at the scene. The driver of the Nissan, a 44-year-old man from Jacksonville Beach, sustained serious injuries. Additionally, a 29-year-old passenger in the Nissan suffered critical injuries as a result of the crash.
The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office reported that all westbound lanes of Beach Boulevard were closed from San Pablo Road to Hodges Boulevard as authorities worked to clear the scene and investigate the circumstances surrounding the accident.
Our hearts go out to the families and friends affected by this devastating incident.
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