Updating Breaking News: Motorcyclist dies after a single-vehicle collision in Marion County

In Summary:

The fatal crash occurred at approximately 4:27 pm on July 25 on County Road 35, north of State Road 326. According to FHP, the motorcycle ran off the right side of the roadway while the rider was attempting to negotiate a left-hand curve. The rider was thrown from the motorcycle and later died at a local hospital.

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A 59-year-old Anthony man died Saturday after his motorcycle left a Marion County roadway and struck a traffic sign, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

The crash occurred at approximately 4:27 pm on County Road 35, north of State Road 326.

According to the FHP report, the motorcycle was traveling north on County Road 35 when the rider attempted to negotiate a left-hand curve. The motorcycle ran off the right side of the roadway and struck a fixed traffic sign.

The collision threw the rider from the motorcycle, which continued forward before striking a ditch.

The motorcyclist, who was not wearing a helmet, was transported to a local hospital, where he later died from his injuries. His name was not released.

FHP continues to investigate the fatal crash.

Key points:

• The crash occurred at approximately 4:27 pm July 25.
• The collision happened on County Road 35 north of State Road 326.
• The rider was a 59-year-old man from Anthony.
• FHP said the motorcycle struck a traffic sign before continuing into a ditch.
• The motorcyclist was taken to a hospital, where he later died.

This is breaking news and may be updated if more details are known.