NOKOMIS FL -The Florida Highway Patrol has announced that a fatal crash involving a motorcycle and an SUV occurred Sunday morning, March 22, 2026, at the intersection of U.S. 41 (North Tamiami Trail) and Bayshore Drive in Sarasota County.
According to FHP, the crash happened at approximately 10:31 a.m. and involved a Lincoln Corsair and a Harley-Davidson motorcycle.
The report states that the crash began as a 62-year-old man from Port Charlotte was operating a Harley-Davidson motorcycle traveling south on U.S. 41 in the left lane approaching Bayshore Drive. At the same time, a 68-year-old woman from Caledonia, Michigan was driving a Lincoln Corsair southbound in the right lane.
According to investigators, the Lincoln attempted to make a left turn from the right lane across the path of the motorcycle.
As the vehicle turned, the front left of the Lincoln collided with the front right of the motorcycle.
Due to the impact, the motorcycle was redirected toward the southeast and came to final rest in the median pass-through for Bayshore Drive.
The motorcyclist was pronounced deceased at the scene by Sarasota County EMS.
The Florida Highway Patrol Traffic Homicide Unit continues to investigate the crash.
A Reminder About Left-Turn Crashes and Motorcycles
Left-turn collisions are one of the most common types of serious motorcycle accidents in Florida. Drivers often focus on oncoming traffic but fail to properly judge the speed or visibility of a motorcycle.
One of the most dangerous situations for motorcyclists is when a vehicle turns left across their path. Motorcycles are smaller and can be harder to see, but drivers still have a responsibility to make sure the roadway is clear before turning. These crashes often happen in just a few seconds and can have devastating consequences.
Motorcyclists have the same rights to the roadway as any other vehicle. Taking an extra moment to check for motorcycles, especially before turning left at intersections like U.S. 41, can help prevent serious and fatal crashes.
