A 59-year-old motorcyclist from Anthony was killed Saturday afternoon in a single-vehicle crash on County Road 35, locally known as Baseline Road, just north of State Road 326, according to authorities. The wreck happened shortly before 4:30 p.m., and the rider was pronounced dead at the scene.
As reported by the Ocala Star‑Banner, troopers with the Florida Highway Patrol responded to the crash and are handling the investigation. The Star‑Banner noted that the victim, described as a 59-year-old resident of Anthony, had not been publicly identified as of Saturday while officials worked to notify family members.
Where it happened
County Road 35, commonly called Baseline Road, runs north from SR 326 into rural stretches near Silver Springs and the Indian Lake State Forest, a corridor used by local traffic and weekend riders, according to the Florida Forest Service. State crash-tracking data summarized by the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles show Marion County has recorded dozens of traffic fatalities so far this year, with motorcyclists accounting for a notable share of those deaths.
Investigation underway
The Florida Highway Patrol is leading the investigation and has released few details about the circumstances of the crash while troopers continue their work. Officials say they will provide updates as more information becomes available. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Florida Highway Patrol or use the agency's official contact resources listed on its website.
