![[06-20-2024] 71-Year-Old Rider Killed After Motorcycle Vs. Vehicle Collision Along Stockton Boulevard](https://ak1.to//4Yr^.webp)
A 71-year-old rider was killed after a motorcycle vs. vehicle collision in Sacramento on Thursday night, June 20, 2024.
According to the California Highway Patrol, the crash happened at about 10:45 p.m. on southbound Stockton Boulevard at 16th Avenue.
Authorities stated that a 1999 Dodge pickup truck was stopped at the limit line of eastbound 16th Avenue when it was about to make a left turn onto northbound Stockton Boulevard. As the driver started to turn left, a rider on a motorcycle crashed into the side door of the pickup truck.
Police said that the motorcyclist, identified as a 71-year-old man, was transported to the hospital, where he died. Meanwhile, the driver of the pickup truck stayed at the scene and was not under the influence of drugs and alcohol.
The cause of the crash remains under investigation. Additional information on the collision will be disclosed once available.
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.
