Motorcyclists hospitalized after crashing into alligator on highway
- Two motorcyclists collided with a six-foot alligator on Interstate 4 in Florida.
- Both riders suffered injuries and were hospitalized but are expected to recover.
- The incident raises awareness about the dangers of wildlife on roadways and ongoing investigations.
In Orange City, Florida, a bizarre incident occurred on Saturday evening when two motorcyclists collided with a six-foot alligator on Interstate 4. The crash took place around 6:08 p.m. in the westbound lanes near mile marker 110. The Florida Highway Patrol reported that both riders—a 67-year-old man from DeLeon Springs named Cameron Gilmore and a 25-year-old woman from Orange City named Brandi Gross—were riding together in a larger group when they unexpectedly encountered the alligator. Gilmore, who initially mistook the creature for a tire, sustained a broken foot and toes, while Gross suffered a concussion and cracked her wrist bone. They were both taken to the hospital with injuries that were fortunately non-life-threatening. The Florida Highway Patrol stated that the investigation into the accident is ongoing, and the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission was called to assess the condition of the alligator involved in the crash. This incident highlights the potential danger of wildlife on roadways and the unexpected risks motorcyclists face while riding. The community is expressing concern over safety and the need for increased caution when wildlife is present in roadways.