Two motorcyclists tragically lost their lives following a collision on I-295 near Old St. Augustine Road in Jacksonville, as reported by the Florida Highway Patrol. The incident, involving a 41-year-old man and a 32-year-old man, occurred yesterday afternoon when the riders sideswiped one another, causing them both to lose control of their motorcycles. First Coast News detailed that the 41-year-old was later pronounced dead at a hospital while the 32-year-old was declared deceased at the scene.
The resulting investigation and cleanup efforts led to a significant delay in traffic, with I-295 southbound lanes at Old St. Augustine Road being closed for approximately five hours. Residents and travelers in Duval County faced considerable disruptions due to the crash. According to the News4Jax report, the closure underscored the extensive nature of the accident's aftermath and its impact on the surrounding area.
Both individuals involved in the fatal crash hailed from Jacksonville, as confirmed by Florida Highway Patrol officials. The specific dynamics of the crash were described as a "sideswipe type collision" by authorities, reflecting the unfortunate chance interaction between the two motorcyclists traveling southbound in the left center lane. This information was provided by Action News Jax, which also noted the time of the incident at around 1 p.m.
