The motorcycle rider who was killed in a crash in Sunrise was an off-duty Broward Sheriff’s Office deputy, officials with the Broward Deputy Sheriffs Association said. Sunrise Police units responded to the scene of the incident on the intersection of North Pine Island Road and Springtree Lakes Drive, just after 12:20 p.m., Thursday. According to investigators, the motorcyclist was heading southbound on North Pine Island Road when he collided with an SUV that was turning westbound onto Springtree Lakes Drive. Passerby Odalis Polanco described the disturbing moment of impact. “The body flew, probably like 30 feet away from the crash,” he said, “and unfortunately, this kind of situation, when it happens on a holiday, I’m sure the family gets devastated.” The motorcyclist was pronounced dead at the scene. Hours later, the Broward Deputy Sheriffs Association, IUPA Local 6020, issued a statement identifying the victim as 27-year-old BSO Deputy Anthony Zahorovsky. The statement reads in part: “Anthony’s loss is deeply felt by all of us. As a colleague, friend, and family member, he touched many lives. During this difficult time, we extend our heartfelt condolences, thoughts, prayers, and unwavering support to Anthony’s family. May they find strength in the memories of Anthony’s life and the positive impact he had on those around him.” The Broward Deputy Sheriffs Association, IUPA Local 6020 “Unfortunately, great human beings like him, very, very sad,” said Polanco. A cousin of Zahorovsky who came to the scene told 7News he was a U.S. Army veteran, adding he was married with a child and had another on the way. It remains unclear whether or not the driver of the SUV suffered any injuries and whether anyone was cited in this crash.