- March 20, 2026
A 25-year-old Ormond Beach motorcyclist was killed in a crash with an SUV on North Nova Road Thursday afternoon.
The Ormond Beach Police Department reports that officers responded to the intersection of Nova Road and North Old Kings Road at about 4:29 p.m. According to a preliminary investigation, police believe the SUV was traveling northbound on Nova Road when it attempted to turn left into the Trails Shopping Center, resulting in an angled collision with Chase Rivera, who was traveling southbound on his motorcycle.
Rivera was transported to the hospital, where he later died of his injuries.
"This tragic crash is a stark reminder of how quickly lives can change on our roadways," Police Chief Jesse Godfrey said in a press release. "We strongly urge all drivers to remain vigilant, especially when making turns. Taking an extra moment to pause and look twice for motorcycles and cars can save a life."
Police do not believe speed was a contributing factor in the crash, which remains under active investigation.
OBPD asks that anyone who may have witnessed the crash contact Officer Jack Lyster at [email protected] or 386-229-7173.
