Polk County

Lakeland motorcycle officer killed in crash on his way to work, deputies say

Lakeland officer dies after crash on his way to work Paul Dunn, 50, died in a crash on his way to work. ((Polk County Sheriff's Office))

A 50-year-old Lakeland motorcycle officer died on his way to work, according to deputies with the Polk County Sheriff’s Office.

Deputies said Paul Dunn was driving his Harley Davidson around 5:45 a.m. when the motorcycle collided with a raised concrete median near Lake Highlands Road. Dunn then lost control of the motorcycle and crashed, according to deputies.

Officials said Dunn was transported to an area hospital where he later died.

An investigation into the crash is underway.

It isn’t known if another vehicle is involved.

Christopher Boyce

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