Pedestrian struck, killed by motorcycle in Clearwater

A 56-year-old man died at a hospital in Clearwater after being hit by a motorcycle on Sunday night, according to officials.

Clearwater Police and Clearwater Fire & Rescue responded to the crash at Gulf-to-Bay Boulevard and Mercury Avenue just after 9:30 p.m.

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According to police, the 56-year-old was crossing Gulf-to-Bay Boulevard when he was hit by a westbound motorcycle. First responders say the pedestrian was taken to Morton Plant Hospital, where he died.

The 25-year-old motorcyclist had minor injures and was taken to Bayfront Health St. Petersburg, according to officials.

Authorities say they have not notified next of kin of the victim.