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GOLDEN GATE, Collier County, Fla., Nov. 7, 2026 — An 18-year-old man was seriously hurt on Friday night, November 6, when the e-bike he was riding collided with an SUV on Sunset Road in Golden Gate.
The crash happened shortly before 7 p.m. near the intersection of Sunset Road and 18th Place SW. A Toyota 4Runner was heading east on Sunset Road, and the driver was turning left onto 18th Place SW when the e-bike reportedly tried to pass in the opposing lane of traffic. The e-bike and the SUV then collided.
The teenage rider was taken to a hospital with serious injuries. No further details on his condition have been released.
It is not yet known whether speed or any other factor contributed to the crash. The collision remains under investigation, and no additional information about the driver of the 4Runner has been made public.
We hope everyone who was hurt makes a full and speedy recovery.
Intersection Crashes in Florida
This crash happened at Sunset Road and 18th Place in Golden Gate, FL. Our Florida intersections page covers intersection crashes across Florida.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does speed make a difference in how bad a crash turns out? Yes. Higher speeds give drivers and riders less time to react and increase the force involved in a collision, which usually means more serious injuries.
Why is it risky for a vehicle to pass or turn when another vehicle is nearby? Passing in an opposing lane or turning across traffic cuts down the time both parties have to see each other and react, which is a common factor in intersection and lane-change crashes.
What should someone do right after a crash like this? Call 911, move to safety if possible, avoid moving anyone who is seriously injured unless there's immediate danger, and wait for police and medical responders to arrive and document the scene.
