Motorcyclist Airlifted After Serious Crash on State Road 64

A 28-year-old Parrish man was critically injured Sunday afternoon after his motorcycle collided with a sedan on State Road 64, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

The crash occurred around 4:30 p.m. near River Heritage Boulevard. Troopers said a 75-year-old Bradenton woman driving a sedan eastbound on SR 64 attempted to turn left and entered the path of the westbound motorcycle. Despite efforts to avoid the collision, the motorcyclist struck the right side of the vehicle.

Emergency crews responded quickly, and the rider was airlifted to HCA Florida Blake Hospital with critical injuries. The driver of the sedan was not reported injured.

Authorities temporarily closed portions of the roadway while the scene was investigated. The crash remains under investigation by the Florida Highway Patrol.