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20-Year-Old Motorcyclist Killed in Crash with Vehicle in Fort Pierce
Police say speed was a factor in the fatal collision on U.S. 1.
Published on Feb. 4, 2026
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A 20-year-old motorcycle rider, identified as Michael Jacquin of Fort Pierce, was killed in a crash with a 2009 Ford Taurus on U.S. 1 in Fort Pierce on February 3. Police say the Ford driver, a 76-year-old woman, was attempting to turn left onto Avenue M when the collision occurred.
Why it matters
This tragic incident highlights the dangers motorcyclists face on the roads, especially when speed and turning vehicles are involved. It also raises questions about road safety and intersection design in the Fort Pierce area.
The details
According to police, the crash happened around 3:15 p.m. on February 3 on U.S. 1 at the intersection of Avenue M. Jacquin was riding a 2025 Kawasaki motorcycle southbound on U.S. 1 when the 76-year-old Ford Taurus driver attempted to turn left onto Avenue M. The two vehicles collided, and Jacquin, who was wearing a helmet, was pronounced dead at the scene. The Ford driver was taken to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.
- The crash occurred on February 3, 2026 around 3:15 p.m.
- Police identified the 20-year-old victim on February 4, 2026.
The players
Michael Jacquin
A 20-year-old motorcycle rider from Fort Pierce who was killed in the crash.
76-year-old woman
The driver of the 2009 Ford Taurus who was attempting to turn left when the collision occurred. She was taken to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.
What’s next
Police say the crash remains under investigation, but initial indications are that speed on the part of the motorcyclist was a factor.
The takeaway
This tragic incident underscores the need for increased road safety measures, particularly at intersections, to protect vulnerable road users like motorcyclists. It also highlights the importance of safe driving practices by all motorists to prevent such devastating crashes.
