![[05-18-2024] Male Rider Killed After Motorcycle Vs. Vehicle T-Bone Collision in Carmichael](https://ak1.to//VPW6.webp)
A male rider was killed after a motorcycle vs. vehicle T-bone collision in Carmichael, Sacramento County, on Saturday morning, May 18, 2024.
According to the California Highway Patrol, the deadly crash happened at the intersection of Walnut Avenue and Robertson Avenue.
CHP said that a rider, only identified as a man in his 50s, was traveling north on Walnut Avenue at high speeds and ran a red light at the intersection with Robertson Avenue. At the same time, an SUV driven by a woman in her 20s, who reportedly had a green light, turned left onto Roberston.
The motorcycle crashed into the side of the SUV, fatally injuring its rider. Apparently, the still-unnamed motorcyclist wasn’t wearing a helmet when the incident occurred. He was pronounced dead at the scene.
The SUV driver appeared to be uninjured, according to the CHP.
Additional information was not immediately available. Officers are still investigating the possible factors leading up to the fatal accident.
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.
