From The Florida Highway Patrol
Troopers and deputies are on scene of a fatal crash that occurred in Orange County. The crash occurred on Pine Hills Road and Balboa Drive at approximately 9:43 am.
The crash involves an Orange County Sheriff’s motorcycle unit and a van.
Preliminary information on the crash:
The van was traveling northbound on Pine Hills Road. The OCSO motorcycle was traveling southbound on Pine Hills Road. The van made a left turn in the direct path of the motorcycle, to travel west onto Balboa Drive. The front of the motorcycle struck the right side of the van. The OCSO deputy was transported to ORMC and later died from his injuries.
The driver in the van was not injured.