According to the Florida Highway Patrol, a 55-year-old Lakeland man was seriously injured in a motorcycle crash that occurred Monday, January 6, at approximately 12:55 p.m. in Hillsborough County.
Troopers say the crash happened on Interstate 4 (State Road 400) west of Branch Forbes Road. The motorcyclist was traveling westbound on a Harley-Davidson when the motorcycle experienced a tire failure. The rider lost control, causing the motorcycle to overturn.
The operator suffered serious injuries and was airlifted to a nearby hospital for treatment.
The crash remains under investigation by the Florida Highway Patrol.
