Two Motorcyclists Killed in Crash With Semi-Truck on U.S. 27 in Miramar

Two occupants of a motorcycle perished in a predawn collision with a tractor-trailer on southbound U.S. 27 in Miramar on Saturday, according to police. The Miramar Police Department responded to emergency calls at approximately 1:38 a.m. near Mile Marker 21, where the fatal crash had occurred.

Investigators determined that traffic had backed up on the highway following an unrelated vehicle fire upstream. The motorcycle operator lacked sufficient distance to brake and avoid impact with the rear of the semi-truck as vehicles slowed to a stop. Both riders were pronounced dead at the location of the collision.

The identities of the deceased have not been released while law enforcement notifies their families. Authorities restricted southbound traffic at Pines Boulevard to allow the Traffic Homicide Unit to conduct its investigation.

A backup extended approximately half a mile north of the crash site while first responders worked to clear the scene. Officers from both the Miramar and Pembroke Pines police departments arrived to manage the incident and direct traffic.

Authorities have advised drivers to avoid the affected corridor and use alternate routes while the investigation continues. Detectives are still gathering witness statements and evidence related to the collision.