At approximately 4:15 PM on Monday, March 25, 2024, Titusville Police Officers responded to a report of a traffic crash with injuries at 2405 South Hopkins Avenue.
The preliminary investigation revealed Richard J. Peach, 68, of Cocoa, was test-driving a 2014 Harley Davidson motorcycle within the confines of the Titus Landing parking area, lost control, and crashed into the rear exterior wall of an unoccupied shopping venue. Initial evidence revealed speed was a factor in the crash.
Preliminary findings show Peach was wearing a safety helmet and possessed a valid Florida State Driver's License, which included a motorcycle endorsement.
Peach was transported to a local hospital where he succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced deceased at approximately 4:40 PM.
There were no other injuries or vehicles involved in the traffic crash.
This traffic crash remains under investigation by the Titusville Police Department and further details will be released upon its conclusion by traffic crash investigators.