![[05-12-2024] Two People Killed After Motorcycle Collision on Highway 178 Near Kern River Canyon](https://ak1.to//oWhA.webp)
Two people were killed after a motorcycle collision along Highway 178, Kern County, on Sunday afternoon, May 12, 2024.
According to the California Highway Patrol, the crash happened on westbound Highway 178, just west of milepost marker 24.
Authorities stated that a 77-year-old man on a Harley Davidson, along with his 75-year-old female passenger, was driving westbound on the highway when he made an unsafe turn. As a result, the rider lost control of his motorcycle, left the roadway, went down a 50-foot steep embankment, and overturned.
Emergency personnel went approximately 50 feet down into the Kern River Canyon to reach the motorcyclists.
Police said that the victims were ejected from the motorcycle following the crash. They sustained critical injuries and were pronounced dead at the scene. Alcohol and or drugs seem to be factors in the crash.
The investigation is ongoing.
Anyone with information on the crash is asked to call CHP at 661-396-6600.
Don’t Know What To Do After An Accident?
Your safety and rights depend on what you do next after an accident. Remember the following steps if you find yourself in one:
- Check yourself for any injuries.
- Stay on the scene, call 9-1-1, and wait for emergency responders.
- Move your vehicle to the road shoulder if safe; turn on hazard lights.
- Fully cooperate with law enforcement and stay until cleared to leave.
- Document the scene and injuries with photos and videos.
- Seek immediate medical attention.
- Contact your insurance company and find a personal injury lawyer for legal advice.
What A Lawyer Can Do For You
Many victims put off calling a lawyer even if they sustain injuries after an accident. However, lawyers can help you in many ways. They can provide you with police reports, CCTV footage, and witness statements to strengthen your case. Your attorney will also negotiate with insurance companies to get you fair compensation. The best part is that they will do all of these things for you at no upfront cost. So if you’re injured in an accident, hire a personal injury attorney to recover medical bills, car repair costs, lost wages, and pain and suffering.
