March 28th 2024.
Tragedy struck at a Harley-Davidson dealership in Titusville, Florida on a Monday afternoon when a man's test drive of a motorcycle ended in a devastating crash. According to the Titusville Police Department, Richard Peach, a 68-year-old man from Cocoa, was test driving a 2014 Harley-Davidson within the Titus Landing parking area when he lost control and crashed into the rear exterior wall of an unoccupied shopping venue.
The police were called to the Miracle City Harley-Davidson dealership around 4:15 pm and Peach was rushed to a local hospital. Sadly, he was pronounced dead less than 30 minutes later. It was reported that Peach was wearing a helmet at the time of the crash, and his Florida state driver's license had a motorcycle endorsement.
The police department stated on Tuesday that initial evidence suggests speed was a factor in the crash. Thankfully, no other vehicles or people were involved in the accident on the 2400 block of South Hopkins Avenue. An investigation into the crash is still ongoing.
A witness, Christopher Maglione, who was working in the area, shared his shock at the incident. He stated that the victim was driving in the wrong direction and appeared to be going 50 miles per hour. The crash occurred at the Miracle City Harley-Davidson dealership in Titusville, Florida.
Maglione told FOX 35, "I'm incredibly shocked. I've never heard of anything like that happening in this plaza before ever." Another motorcyclist, who identified himself as Kenny, spoke to the TV station about the dangers of riding a bike. He said, "There's no protection when you're on a motorcycle. If someone bumps you in a car, you get a dent in the door. But if they bump you on this thing, you probably lose a leg."
Titusville is located about 40 miles east of Orlando, along the coastline. Despite the inherent dangers of motorcycling, many in the community remain dedicated riders. In fact, in 2019, a couple, Justin Reid and Victoria Hemenes, had a biker-themed wedding in Kyburz, California, even though they had recently totaled their Harley-Davidson and suffered severe injuries.
Justin shared, "Victoria had been into bikes before, but I have been a bike enthusiast for quite a few years now. When we decided to get married, I knew I wanted a biker-themed wedding. We didn't want a normal wedding." It just goes to show the passion and love that people have for motorcycles, despite the risks involved.
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