Gerald M. Monahan, Jr.
Chief of Police

1395 Dunlawton Ave.
Port Orange, FL 32129
386-506-5800

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                 News Release                                           

03/10/09

              POLICE LOOKING FOR THIRD VEHICLE INVOLVED IN CLYDE MORRIS ACCIDENT   

On March 7, 2009 at approximately 9:41 PM at the intersection of Clyde Morris Blvd and Richel Drive, a motor vehicle accident occurred involving a motorcyclist (operated by 40 year old Tracy “Scot” Fiedler of St. Petersburg, FL) and a car (operated by 35 year old Victoria Vilomar of Holly Hill, FL).  

Fiedler was southbound on Clyde Morris Blvd in the inside lane, while Vilomar was north bound on Clyde Morris Blvd in the left turn only lane (for Richel Drive). Vilomar attempted to turn west onto Richel Drive and did so in the path of Fiedler’s motorcycle. Fiedler’s motorcycle struck the right front quarter panel of Vilomar’s car. This action caused Fiedler to be ejected off his motorcycle where he came to rest in the southbound lanes of Clyde Morris Blvd. A third vehicle, possibly not aware of the accident, was southbound on Clyde Morris Blvd. This vehicle drove around the damaged motorcycle in the intersection and subsequently struck a portion of Fiedler who was lying in the roadway. This third vehicle was last seen traveling sound bound on Clyde Morris Blvd and is described by witnesses as a small vehicle with a hatch back style back end, possibly a small crossover SUV type vehicle and was white in color. There is no information on the operator of this vehicle.  

Fiedler, who was wearing a helmet, was transported to Halifax Medical Center where he remains hospitalized in stable condition for his injuries. The Port Orange Police Department continues its investigation regarding this accident. As previously indicated above the operator of the third vehicle, the small white hatchback style car, may not be aware they were involved in this accident and are asked to contact the police department immediately so the investigation can be completed. Additionally, any witnesses not previously contacted by the police, are asked to contact Officer Christopher Ganem of the Port Orange Police Department traffic unit at 386-506-5838 should you have any information or questions.