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TAMPA, Hillsborough County, Fla., Nov. 7, 2026 — A 68-year-old Tampa woman died on Friday morning, November 6, after her electric bicycle collided with a car at a Tampa intersection, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
The crash happened around 5:10 a.m. at Hillsborough Avenue and Benjamin Road. A 32-year-old Tampa man was driving a Hyundai Sonata east on Hillsborough Avenue and turned north onto Benjamin Road under a green light.
The woman had been riding her e-bike east along the north shoulder of Hillsborough Avenue. She entered the crosswalk while a no-crossing signal was active and was struck by the turning car. She suffered serious injuries and was taken to a hospital, where she later died.
Authorities have not released the woman's name. No information on potential charges has been made public, and the crash remains under investigation.
Our thoughts are with the family and loved ones of the person who died.
More on Crashes in Tampa, FL
The motorcycle crash was reported at Hillsborough Avenue and Benjamin Road in Tampa. If you were involved in a crash in the city, our Tampa accident resource page explains how to get a police report and what the latest local crash figures show.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why do turning vehicles collide with motorcycles and e-bikes so frequently?
A driver turning at an intersection may focus on other cars and miss a smaller, faster-moving rider approaching from the side or shoulder, especially in low light.
What can drivers do to spot motorcycles and e-bikes before turning?
Checking twice before a turn, scanning shoulders and crosswalks, and waiting an extra second at green lights can help a driver catch a rider that's easy to miss.
What should a rider do immediately after a crash like this?
Call 911, move out of traffic if possible, and wait for police and medical responders rather than trying to assess injuries alone.
Do these collisions happen mostly at intersections?
Yes, turning movements at intersections put riders and drivers on crossing paths, which is why so many serious bike and motorcycle crashes happen there rather than on open roads.
