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A fatal motorcycle crash on Airport Pulling Road in Naples last night left a 61-year-old rider dead after a pickup truck turned into his path. These sudden collisions highlight the raw vulnerability motorcyclists face from drivers who fail to yield. Families often wonder how to protect their future when grief hits so hard.
Details of the Tragic Collier County Incident
The crash happened around 7:22 p.m. on November 18, 2025, near Longboat Drive. A 33-year-old Naples man driving a northbound pickup truck made a left turn, striking the right side of the southbound motorcycle. The rider suffered critical injuries and passed away at the hospital.
Florida Highway Patrol arrested the driver, Mark Allen Frederick, on DUI manslaughter charges. Southbound lanes closed briefly for investigation. This case spotlights how one poor decision behind the wheel can end a life forever.
As a motorcycle accident lawyer, we know these stories too well. They demand quick action to preserve evidence and rights.
The Heavy Toll on Victims' Families
Grief from a fatal crash like this brings endless pain, compounded by bills for medical care and lost wages. The victim’s family might battle insurance delays, especially with DUI involved, leaving them short on accident compensation. Everyday worries like mortgage payments or kids’ needs pile on, turning sorrow into survival struggles.
Florida topped the nation with 578 motorcycle fatalities in 2024. That’s one death every 15 hours on average. DUI factors into over 1,000 motorcycle crashes yearly in the state, often leading to wrongful death claims that families can’t handle alone. These numbers reveal a harsh reality: riders lack the metal shield cars provide, making every ride a risk.
Ignoring legal steps early can mean forfeiting injury claims or fair payouts. Broader issues, like navigating court amid mourning, leave many feeling lost. Strong support changes that.
Why Choose a Personal Injury Attorney for Your Claim
Kaiser Romanello Accident & Injury Attorneys steps up as your fatal crash attorney to secure the legal help your family needs. We dig into details like DUI evidence to build solid cases, fighting for full accident compensation that covers real harms. In scenarios like this Naples wreck, we challenge disputed claims head-on, so you focus on healing.
Our no-fees-unless-you-win policy means zero upfront costs—pure trust in results. We’ve guided countless families through similar chaos, turning complex wrongful death claims into deserved resolutions. Simple guidance from day one eases the load.
We start with a free review of your situation. Evidence fades fast, so timing matters. Our team explains options plainly, empowering you every step.
Helpful Resources for Motorcycle Crash Support
Read the full story on Gulf Coast News Now for more on the investigation. Head to our motorcycle accident page for tips on rider safety and claim basics. Submit details via our contact form —it’s private and quick.
These tools help spot red flags in DUI accidents. Knowledge arms you against lowball offers. Reach out to start strong.
If this crash echoes your loss, don’t delay—a two-year limit on wrongful death claims in Florida ticks away. Call Kaiser Romanello Accident & Injury Attorneys now for your free case review at 844-877-8679. We’re ready to fight for your accident compensation today—time’s limited, but help is here.
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