From the Florida Highway Patrol
Troopers from the Florida Highway Patrol responded to a single-vehicle collision in Pasco County this morning that resulted in the death of a motorcyclist.
According to the FHP report, at approximately 2:25 am, a Yamaha motorcycle, operated by a 34-year-old Dade City man, was traveling westbound on Blanton Road.
East of Lake Iola Road, the motorcyclist failed to negotiate a curve, overturned, and departed the roadway. Once on the shoulder, the motorcycle collided with a street sign and a tree.
The motorcyclist suffered fatal injuries at the scene of the crash.
The FHP did not release the name of the motorcyclist involved in the collision.
This breaking news may be updated if more details are known.
