65-Year-Old Motorcyclist Identified After Fatal Crash in Port St. Lucie

A 65-year-old motorcyclist who died following a crash in western Port St. Lucie has been identified by authorities as Steven Mohring, according to local police.

The fatal collision occurred around 11:15 a.m. on February 23 along Southwest Crosstown Parkway, west of Interstate 95.

According to the Port St. Lucie Police Department, Mohring was riding a 2022 Harley-Davidson motorcycle westbound on Southwest Crosstown Parkway when the crash occurred.

At the same time, a 30-year-old Port St. Lucie woman driving a 2016 Nissan Pathfinder attempted to make a left turn from Southwest Southern Hills Drive onto Southwest Crosstown Parkway to travel eastbound.

Authorities have not yet released full details about the sequence of events leading up to the collision or whether any charges will be filed. The crash remains under active investigation.

Traffic homicide investigators are continuing to examine all factors that may have contributed to the crash, including:

• Right-of-way at the intersection
• Vehicle speeds
• Visibility and roadway conditions
• Possible driver distraction or impairment
• Witness statements and surveillance footage

Investigators will determine whether negligence played a role in the fatal crash.

Motorcycle Accidents and Left-Turn Collisions

Left-turn collisions are one of the most common and deadly types of motorcycle crashes. Drivers turning left across traffic often fail to see approaching motorcycles or misjudge their speed and distance.

Motorcyclists face heightened risk because they lack the physical protection of a passenger vehicle. Even low- to moderate-speed crashes can result in catastrophic or fatal injuries.

Common causes of motorcycle crashes involving other vehicles include:

• Failure to yield the right of way
• Distracted driving
• Misjudging speed or distance
• Unsafe turns at intersections
• Limited visibility

Legal Options After a Fatal Motorcycle Crash

When a motorcyclist is killed due to a collision involving another vehicle, surviving family members may have the right to pursue a wrongful death claim if negligence contributed to the crash.

A wrongful death case can help families recover compensation for:

• Funeral and burial expenses
• Medical costs incurred prior to death
• Loss of financial support
• Loss of companionship and emotional support

The attorneys at Flanagan & Bodenheimer Injury & Wrongful Death Law Firm represent families across Florida in fatal motorcycle accident and wrongful death cases. Our firm conducts detailed investigations and works to hold negligent drivers accountable.

If your family has lost a loved one in a motorcycle crash and you have questions about your legal rights, you may contact our office for a confidential consultation.