22-223 Major Accident Investigation Team (MAIT) Investigates Fatal Single Motorcycle Crash in the City of Indian Shores
MAIT Investigation
Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office
Patrol Operations Bureau
-Major Accident Investigation Team (MAIT)
Kevin Meade (Driver- Deceased)
DOB: 12/05/1976
Vehicle: 2004 Harley Davidson Motorcycle
PINELLAS COUNTY- At approximately 5:39 p.m., deputies assigned to the Major Accident Investigation Team responded to Gulf Boulevard and Park Boulevard Bridge in the City of Indian Shores to investigate a single motorcycle crash.
According to investigators, 45-year-old Kevin Meade was traveling westbound at a high rate of speed on the Park Boulevard Bridge as he approached Gulf Boulevard. Meade failed to maintain control of his 2004 Harley Davidson as he was approaching a left curve on Gulf Boulevard when his motorcycle collided with the guard rail. Meade was ejected and his motorcycle continued westbound in an upright position until it came to final stop against the City of Indian Shores welcome sign.
Meade was pronounced deceased at the scene.
According to investigators, speed and impairment appear to be factors in the crash.
Next of kin has been notified.
The investigation continues.
