A Vernon man has died after a motorcycle crash Monday morning in Washington County.
The accident happened just before 5AM on Highway 79 near Dog Track Road.
Florida Highway Patrol troopers said the driver of a semi-truck was turning left on Hwy 79 when a 48-year-old motorcyclist, heading south, hit the back of the tractor trailer.
Officials said the motorcyclist was thrown from his bike- we’re told he died as a result of his injuries.
The 25-year-old driver of the tractor trailer involved was from Marianna. Troopers say he sustained no injuries.
FHP officials said charges are pending.
